Extending Functionality of Workflow applications using Instant Messaging (IM)
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1. An instant messaging (IM) system comprising:
- an IM client adapted to receive a workflow request; and
a workflow plug-in adapted to process the workflow request.
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Abstract
Plug-ins for instant messaging (IM) systems are described. By using plug-ins in conjunction with IM systems, the functionality of IM systems may be greatly extended. Specifically, in business applications, such as workflow processes, IM provides a more reliable approach to determining actual delivery of messages.
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1. An instant messaging (IM) system comprising:
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an IM client adapted to receive a workflow request; and
a workflow plug-in adapted to process the workflow request. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7)
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8. An instant messaging (IM) method comprising:
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receiving a workflow request; and
processing the workflow request via a workflow plug-in. - View Dependent Claims (9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14)
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15. An instant messaging (IM) computer readable storage medium comprising:
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IM client logic adapted to receive a workflow request; and
workflow plug-in logic adapted to process the workflow request. - View Dependent Claims (16, 17, 18, 19, 20)
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