Hub based service delivery method and system
OwnerMark A. Davisinventor
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Abstract
Aspects of the invention are found in a hub-to-hub business network, the network characterized by having modifiable hubs in each layer. A central service directs the operation. A broker or client can solicit quotes from providers through the central network server. Additionally, the central network hub provides web access for clients and brokers, intranet capabilities for the respective employees and entities, and ASP functionality. The central server may be partitioned to allow for secure communication among individuals or groups of individuals. Further, a provider may be able to directly interface with client employees through such ASP, web hosting, and intranet functionalities.
Claims16
A system for supporting a quote-receiving entity located at a remote location from a central server, the system comprising:
- a quote software for delivering a quote for goods or services from a provider to the receiving entity through the central server;
- a communications network software operable by the receiving entity, the communications network software allowing individuals at the receiving entity to propagate information among a predetermined number of other individuals at the remote location;
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- the communications network software operating on the central server.
A system for supporting a quote-receiving entity located at a remote location from a central server, the system comprising
- a quote software for delivering a quote for goods or services from a quote-propagating entity to the receiving entity through the central server;
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- a communications network software operable by the receiving entity, the communications network software allowing individuals at the receiving entity to propagate information related to the goods and services to a quote propagating entity.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.