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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Mar. 23, 2010
Filed:
Oct. 07, 2003
Romelia H. Flores, Keller, TX (US);
Biao Hao, Bedford, TX (US);
Romelia H. Flores, Keller, TX (US);
Biao Hao, Bedford, TX (US);
International Business Machines Corporation, Armonk, NY (US);
Abstract
A software method for analyzing relationships between individuals can include the step of establishing a recordation framework for recording relationships between individuals. At least one relationship based on organization structure can be recorded using the established framework. Additionally, at least one relationship based upon project-specific collaborations can be recorded using the framework. At least one relationship based upon social interactions can also be recorded using the framework. The recorded relationships can be queried to determine a set of organizational, project-specific, and social relationships for a defined group of individuals.