PetSmart has been granted a patent for a method that enables fault-tolerant automated execution of computer tasks. The method allows users to select and sequence pre-programmed elements, creating routines that are executed automatically in response to specific trigger events, ensuring independent operation of each task. GlobalData’s report on PetSmart gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Automated fault-tolerant execution of computer tasks
The patent US12001277B2 outlines a method and system for executing a fault-tolerant automated sequence of computer-implemented tasks. The process begins with a processing server that interfaces with a database and a storefront server, allowing an administrator to select from a variety of pre-programmed elements. These elements are designed to operate independently, meaning the output of one does not directly influence another. Upon receiving a trigger event from the storefront server, the system automatically creates an instance of a routine that includes the selected elements, setting them to a pending execution status. A monitoring server then requests the processing server to initiate the execution of this routine, which is carried out according to the predefined sequence.
The system incorporates error detection and management features, allowing it to terminate execution without user intervention if an error occurs. It can also attempt to re-execute tasks associated with the error and manage retries based on defined thresholds. Notably, the system can handle situations where prescription authorization data is missing by automatically transmitting an authorization request and resuming execution once the necessary data is received. Additionally, the architecture supports parallel execution of tasks and accommodates long-running elements that may pause or delay other tasks until completion. The system is designed to create multiple instances of routines based on different trigger events, ensuring that each instance operates independently, even if modifications are made to the pre-programmed elements after the initial routine is established.
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