Janet M Riley

US Patent:

20040039625, Feb 26, 2004

Filed:

Aug 23, 2002

Appl. No.:

10/226607

Inventors:

Steven Malnack - Mesa AZ, US
Kitty Samaniego - Mesa AZ, US
Cynthia Koopman - Mesa AZ, US
James Luby - Mesa AZ, US
Garry Lewicki - Gilbert AZ, US
Susan Riley - Mesa AZ, US
Janet Riley - Mesa AZ, US
Wayne Vanlandingham - Gilbert AZ, US
Danette Harris - Mesa AZ, US

International Classification:

G06F017/60

US Classification:

705/009000

Abstract:

A method and apparatus for implementing a process approach to business management utilizing a web-based computer server system. The method includes creating a list of major business deliverables that significantly influence primary categories of cash flow across enterprise boundaries. The major business deliverables define an enterprise value stream process management (EVSPM) model that incorporates cross-functional integration of a plurality of business processes. The enterprise process model is dynamically stored in a server database. Additionally, the method includes defining at least one metric for each process, dynamically storing the metrics in the server database, and utilizing the metrics to prioritize business improvements. Furthermore, the method includes utilizing the server system to track a project schedule and performance such that the business improvement priorities are maintained.