Assurant has been granted a patent for improved systems and methods for managing and synchronizing independent computing resources. The patent focuses on managing synchronization of subscriber profiles between systems and detecting network communication synchronization errors to initiate system synchronization events. The technology aims to handle transmission errors that occur during synchronization. GlobalData’s report on Assurant gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Managing and synchronizing independent computing resources and data
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11748763B2) describes a computer-implemented method for detecting network communication synchronization errors. The method involves receiving an enrollment management request data object from a third-party system, such as an external device manufacturer or mobile carrier system. This request includes subscriber data and a subscriber identifier. The method then transmits a third-party enrollment status request to a third-party device management system, requesting confirmation of the existence of data corresponding to the subscriber identifier. A third-party enrollment status response is received from the device management system, representing the status of the subscriber.
The method compares the third-party enrollment status with an enrollment status in a device protection program management system (DPPMS) to detect any synchronization errors. If a difference is found, indicating a synchronization error, a system synchronization event is initiated. This event updates the subscriber's profile in either the DPPMS or the third-party device management system, based on the detected error.
The patent also describes variations of the method, including scenarios where the enrollment management request data object includes an enrollment subscription or cancellation request. In these cases, the method identifies the appropriate subscriber profile and updates it based on the third-party enrollment status response.
The method can be performed in real-time, allowing for immediate detection and resolution of synchronization errors. Additionally, the patent covers a computer program product and an apparatus that can implement the described method.
Overall, this patent presents a computer-implemented method for detecting and resolving network communication synchronization errors in the context of device protection programs. By comparing enrollment statuses and initiating synchronization events, the method ensures accurate and up-to-date subscriber profiles in both the DPPMS and third-party device management systems.
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