CDK Global has been granted a patent for systems and methods to modify information in a document file. The method involves receiving a text string, opening a file, reading text data, detecting a file location identifier, and replacing part of it with a new text string. GlobalData’s report on CDK Global gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on CDK Global, AI for workflow management was a key innovation area identified from patents. CDK Global's grant share as of May 2024 was 10%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Modifying information in a document file
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11983145B2) discloses a computer-implemented method for modifying information in a document file. The method involves receiving a text string, opening a file corresponding to the text string, reading the text data, detecting a file location identifier in the text data, replacing a portion of the file location identifier with a second text string based on the first text string, and closing the file. The patent claims cover various scenarios, such as updating file locations, distinguishing between temporary and permanent paths, and utilizing signals to trigger updates based on changes in file locations or user identifiers.
Furthermore, the patent extends to a non-transitory computer-readable medium storing executable instructions for the method and a system comprising processors and storage configured to perform the information modification process. The system includes a program memory with executable instructions to carry out the method, emphasizing the importance of receiving signals to update file location identifiers promptly. The patent's claims highlight the adaptability of the method to different file types, particularly portable document files (PDFs), and the ability to customize file location identifiers based on user identifiers or categories. Overall, the patent aims to streamline the process of modifying information in document files efficiently and accurately, catering to various file management needs in a digital environment.
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