Posts Tagged: "Oracle Patents"

Oracle is interested in improving graphic user interface layouts for web pages and other software programs. This application describes methods of analyzing user viewing patterns to help companies develop a product that has a more intuitive layout. Other intriguing patent applications relate to the collection of traffic data for non-GPS vehicle communications systems and quick methods of deploying enterprise software to authorized users within a business network. A number of U.S. patents related to databasing and other computer system improvements are also explored in today’s column. Two patents recently issued to Oracle protect methods of interacting with database files to provide accurate automatic updates and improve the process of merging documents. Another patent helps businesses with websites keep their content updated regularly to protect against publishing outdated information. Business will also be intrigued by an issued patent protecting methods of building knowledge profiles for corporate employees to aid human resources operations.

Oracle is also involved with efficiency upgrades to enterprise software, especially those that would benefit small businesses. Another patent application filed by Oracle would improve the reaction time for queries registered within a Model-View-Controller online database application. An official patent awarded to Oracle this month provides a better deployment model for small firms who manufacture and sell software applications.Oracle and published by the USPTO showcase the company’s focus on providing software business solutions. These patent applications seek protections for improvements to enterprise software, including voice control and more efficient upgrades for enterprise planning and management software.