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Colin Scott Dawson

This inventor holds 57 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications, primarily in Data Replication (CPC class G06F). Top assignee: International Business Machines Corporation. Active years: 2001-2024.

USPTO Granted Patents = 57 (Patent Applications = 2)

% Patents Active = 42.1

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.5

ph-index = 13

Forward Citations = 1,215(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 1,166(Dec 10, 2025)

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Location History:

Tuscon, AZ (US) (2015)
Tucson, AZ (US) (2001 - 2020)

Company Filing History:

57 out of 166,264

International Business Machines Corporation

patents

Years Active: 2001-2024

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Areas of Expertise:

Data Replication

Deduplication

Data Recovery

Geographical Provisioning

Storage Systems

Error Tracking

Client-Server Security

Data Movement

Network Services

Hierarchical Storage

Redundant Objects

Computing Tasks

57 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12112076 - Replication of versions of an object from a source storage to a target storage (2024-10-08),

2. 10725708 - Replication of versions of an object from a source storage to a target storage (2020-07-28),

3. 10671481 - Using geographical location information to provision multiple target storages for a source device (2020-06-02),

4. 10664493 - Replication of data objects from a source server to a target server (2020-05-26),

5. 10664492 - Replication of data objects from a source server to a target server (2020-05-26),

6. 10353595 - Using geographical location information and at least one distance requirement to determine a target storage to provision to backup data for a source device (2019-07-16),

7. 10268397 - Using geographical location information to provision a target storage for a source device (2019-04-23),

8. 10176047 - Using geographical location information to provision multiple target storages for a source device (2019-01-08),

9. 9910904 - Replication of data objects from a source server to a target server (2018-03-06),

10. 9904717 - Replication of data objects from a source server to a target server (2018-02-27),

11. 9697084 - Using geographical location information to provision multiple target storages for a source device (2017-07-04),

12. 9697083 - Using geographical location information to provision multiple target storages for a source device (2017-07-04),

13. 9191330 - Path selection for network service requests (2015-11-17),

14. 9087011 - Data selection for movement from a source to a target (2015-07-21),

15. 9087010 - Data selection for movement from a source to a target (2015-07-21),

Title: Colin Scott Dawson: Innovator in Object Version Replication

Introduction

Colin Scott Dawson, based in Tucson, AZ, is a prolific inventor with an impressive portfolio of 57 patents. His work primarily focuses on innovations in the field of data management and storage technology.

Latest Patents

One of Colin’s notable patents involves the "Replication of versions of an object from a source storage to a target storage." This invention provides a comprehensive system and method that incorporates a computer program product for efficient data replication. It includes a source retention policy that specifies requirements for expiring versions of data at the source storage, alongside a target retention policy for the target storage. Importantly, the retention requirements for the source and target differ, allowing for a nuanced approach to data management.

Career Highlights

Colin is associated with International Business Machines Corporation (IBM), a leader in the technology and consulting sector. His innovative contributions significantly enhance the ways in which organizations manage and replicate data, thereby optimizing storage solutions.

Collaborations

Throughout his career, Colin has collaborated with other eminent professionals alongside him, including David Maxwell Cannon and Howard Newton Martin. These partnerships have fostered a creative environment, leading to advancements in technology and innovative solutions for complex data management issues.

Conclusion

Colin Scott Dawson's contributions to patentable technology exemplify the critical intersection of innovation and practical application in the tech industry. His work on data replication not only showcases his ingenuity but also reinforces the importance of effective data management solutions in today’s digital landscape.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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