WO2025008940A1 - Method and system for dynamic workflow creation - Google Patents
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- Embodiments of the present disclosure generally relate to fulfilment management services (FMS). More particularly, embodiments of the present disclosure relate to method and system for dynamic workflow creation.
- FMS fulfilment management services
- BACKGROUND The following description of the related art is intended to provide background information pertaining to the field of the disclosure. This section may include certain aspects of the art that may be related to various features of the present disclosure. However, it should be appreciated that this section is used only to enhance the understanding of the reader with respect to the present disclosure, and not as admissions of the prior art.
- Wireless communication technology has rapidly evolved over the past few decades, with each generation bringing significant improvements and advancements.
- the first generation of wireless communication technology was based on analog technology and offered only voice services.
- 2G second-generation
- 3G technology marked the introduction of high-speed internet access, mobile video calling, and location-based services.
- 4G technology revolutionized wireless communication with faster data speeds, better network coverage, and improved security.
- 5G fifth-generation
- wireless communication technology has become more advanced, sophisticated, and capable of delivering more services to its users.
- a fulfilment management services in network nodes encompass the coordination and optimization of tasks within a network environment.
- An aspect of the present disclosure provides a method for dynamic workflow creation.
- the method comprises receiving, by a receiving unit, a trigger, wherein the trigger corresponds to representing a sequence of application programming interfaces (APIs).
- the method further comprises extracting, by an extraction unit, the sequence of APIs that corresponds to one or more network nodes based on the received trigger.
- the method further comprises generating, by a workflow generation unit using one or more trained models, a dynamic workflow based on the extracted sequence of APIs.
- the method comprises retrieving, by a retrieving unit, one or more data metrics from a storage unit based on the generated dynamic workflow, where the one or more data metrics are associated with the one or more network nodes.
- the one or more data metrics correspond to information associated with at least one of the one or more network nodes, segregation of the API based on application, schema associated with a request, and one or more attributes associated with the schema associated with the request.
- the sequence of APIs comprises a series of API signatures, each signature of the series of API signatures comprises at least one of parameters, data types, and return values that define a specific function associated with an API.
- the one or more trained models are trained based on a dataset comprising a plurality of interfaces and corresponding API signatures.
- the one or more trained models comprises at least one of a Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) (Bidirectional Encoder Representations from Transformers) BERT, and a Recurrent Neural Network (RNN) model, and Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM).
- CNN Convolutional Neural Network
- RNN Recurrent Neural Network
- LSTM Long Short-Term Memory
- the trigger is received based on receipt of flowchart, image, voice, video from a user.
- the method comprises creating a set of states comprising a request schema, a set of attributes, a plurality of end points, and a plurality of mappings.
- the method comprises automatically associating the set of states.
- the method comprises performing, by the workflow generation unit, at least one of image processing, video processing, and voice processing on the received trigger.
- Another aspect of the present disclosure provides a system for dynamic workflow creation.
- the system comprises a receiving unit configured to receive a trigger, wherein the trigger corresponds to representing a sequence of application programming interfaces (APIs).
- the system comprises an extraction unit configured to extract the sequence of APIs that corresponds to one or more network nodes based on the received trigger.
- the system comprises a workflow generation unit configured to generate, using one or more trained models, a dynamic workflow based on the extracted sequence of APIs.
- the system comprises a retrieving unit configured to retrieve one or more data metrics from a storage unit based on the generated dynamic workflow, where the one or more data metrics are associated with the one or more network nodes.
- a retrieving unit configured to retrieve one or more data metrics from a storage unit based on the generated dynamic workflow, where the one or more data metrics are associated with the one or more network nodes.
- the processor is configured to transmit a trigger for dynamic workflow creation in a fulfilment management system (FMS), wherein the trigger corresponds to at least one of a voice or a video representing a sequence of application programming interfaces (APIs) and wherein for dynamic workflow creation comprises: extracting the sequence of APIs that corresponds to one or more network nodes based on the received trigger; generating, using one or more trained models, a dynamic workflow based on the extracted sequence of APIs; and retrieving one or more data metrics from a storage unit based on the generated dynamic workflow, where the one or more data metrics are associated with the one or more network nodes.
- FMS fulfilment management system
- APIs application programming interfaces
- Yet another aspect of the present disclosure provides a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium storing instruction for dynamic workflow creation the storage medium comprising executable code which, when executed by one or more units of a system, causes: a receiving unit configured to receive a trigger, wherein the trigger corresponds to representing a sequence of application programming interfaces (APIs); an extraction unit configured to extract the sequence of APIs that corresponds to one or more network nodes based on the received trigger; a workflow generation unit configured to generate, using one or more trained models, a dynamic workflow based on the extracted sequence of APIs; and a retrieving unit configured to retrieve one or more data metrics from a storage unit based on the generated dynamic workflow, where the one or more data metrics are associated with the one or more network nodes.
- APIs application programming interfaces
- FIG. 1A illustrates an exemplary block diagram representation of 5th generation core (5GC) network architecture, in accordance with exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.
- FIG. 1B illustrates an exemplary block diagram of a system for dynamic creation of a workflow in a fulfilment management system (FMS), in accordance with exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.
- FIG.2 illustrates an exemplary method flow diagram indicating for the dynamic creation of a workflow in a fulfilment management system (FMS), in accordance with exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.
- Figure 3A and 3B illustrates an exemplary workflow created by a fulfilment management service (FMS), in accordance with exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.
- FIG. 1A illustrates an exemplary block diagram representation of 5th generation core (5GC) network architecture, in accordance with exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.
- FIG. 1B illustrates an exemplary block diagram of a system for dynamic creation of a workflow in a fulfilment management system (FMS), in accordance with exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.
- FIG. 4 illustrates an exemplary block diagram of a computing device upon which an embodiment of the present disclosure may be implemented.
- FIG. 5 illustrates an exemplary block diagram of a user equipment (UE) for dynamic creation of workflow in a fulfilment management system (FMS), in accordance with exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.
- UE user equipment
- FMS fulfilment management system
- circuits, systems, networks, processes, and other components may be shown as components in block diagram form in order not to obscure the embodiments in unnecessary detail.
- well-known circuits, processes, algorithms, structures, and techniques may be shown without unnecessary detail in order to avoid obscuring the embodiments.
- individual embodiments may be described as a process which is depicted as a flowchart, a flow diagram, a data flow diagram, a structure diagram, or a block diagram. Although a flowchart may describe the operations as a sequential process, many of the operations can be performed in parallel or concurrently. In addition, the order of the operations may be re-arranged. A process is terminated when its operations are completed but could have additional steps not included in a figure.
- exemplary and/or “demonstrative” is used herein to mean serving as an example, instance, or illustration. For the avoidance of doubt, the subject matter disclosed herein is not limited by such examples.
- any aspect or design described herein as “exemplary” and/or “demonstrative” is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other aspects or designs, nor is it meant to preclude equivalent exemplary structures and techniques known to those of ordinary skill in the art.
- an “electronic device”, or “portable electronic device”, or “user device” or “communication device” or “user equipment” or “device” refers to any electrical, electronic, electromechanical, and computing device.
- the user device is capable of receiving and/or transmitting one or parameters, performing function/s, communicating with other user devices, and transmitting data to the other user devices.
- the user equipment may have a processor, a display, a memory, a battery, and an input-means such as a hard keypad and/or a soft keypad.
- the user equipment may be capable of operating on any radio access technology including but not limited to IP-enabled communication, Zig Bee, Bluetooth, Bluetooth Low Energy, Near Field Communication, Z-Wave, Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi direct, etc.
- the user equipment may include, but not limited to, a mobile phone, smartphone, virtual reality (VR) devices, augmented reality (AR) devices, laptop, a general-purpose computer, desktop, personal digital assistant, tablet computer, mainframe computer, or any other device as may be obvious to a person skilled in the art for implementation of the features of the present disclosure.
- the user device may also comprise a “processor” or “processing unit” includes processing unit, wherein processor refers to any logic circuitry for processing instructions.
- the processor may be a general-purpose processor, a special purpose processor, a conventional processor, a digital signal processor, a plurality of microprocessors, one or more microprocessors in association with a DSP core, a controller, a microcontroller, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Field Programmable Gate Array circuits, any other type of integrated circuits, etc.
- the processor may perform signal coding data processing, input/output processing, and/or any other functionality that enables the working of the system according to the present disclosure. More specifically, the processor is a hardware processor.
- Radio Access Technology refers to the technology used by mobile devices/ user equipment (UE) to connect to a cellular network. It refers to the specific protocol and standards that govern the way devices communicate with base stations, which are responsible for providing the wireless connection.
- each RAT has its own set of protocols and standards for communication, which define the frequency bands, modulation techniques, and other parameters used for transmitting and receiving data.
- RATs include GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications), CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access), UMTS (Universal Mobile Telecommunications System), LTE (Long-Term Evolution), and 5G.
- GSM Global System for Mobile Communications
- CDMA Code Division Multiple Access
- UMTS Universal Mobile Telecommunications System
- LTE Long-Term Evolution
- 5G 5G.
- the choice of RAT depends on a variety of factors, including the network infrastructure, the available spectrum, and the mobile device's/device's capabilities. Mobile devices often support multiple RATs, allowing them to connect to different types of networks and provide optimal performance based on the available network resources.
- a Fulfilment management system supports translation of any kind of incoming request from a northbound interface to plurality of outgoing predefined sequence of calls from application program interface (API) to southbound API.
- the fulfilment management system can take a single request containing superset of all attributes (of all the southbound APIs) and then execute the sequence of southbound API calls (workflow) and provides final response after completion of APIs.
- Fulfilment management system processes which are configured to run any process supports sequential, parallel, conditional and loop workflow pattern.
- the fulfilment management system (FMS) is a robust and flexible solution for managing complex inter-system communications, translating requests into actionable tasks, and ensuring efficient execution of these tasks based on predefined workflows.
- the FMS orchestrates and manages requests and responses between different systems or interfaces.
- the key functions performed by the FMS may include: [0047] Translation of Requests: The FMS accepts any incoming request from a northbound interface. This request can then be translated into multiple outgoing API calls to one or more southbound interfaces.
- Superset of Attributes The system can manage a single request that contains a superset of all attributes of all the southbound APIs. This enables it to understand and manage complex requests that might cover multiple aspects of the system's functions.
- Sequential Execution of API Calls After translating the incoming request, the FMS can execute a sequence of API calls to the southbound interfaces.
- the sequence and number of these calls (n) can vary based on the requirements of the incoming request.
- Response Generation The FMS provides milestone or final responses after the completion of the individual or all API calls. This ensures the northbound interface is kept informed of the progress and outcomes of its requests.
- Workflow Pattern Support The FMS is designed to support various workflow patterns. This includes sequential execution (one step after another), parallel execution (multiple steps at the same time), conditional execution (based on certain conditions), and loop execution (repeated steps). The choice of pattern depends on the specific needs of the process or request being managed.
- An application programming interface is a set of protocols, rules, and tools that specifies how software components should interact and communicate with each other.
- the APIs are used in all kinds of digital environments such as Web APIs, for example, HTTP APIs or REST APIs;
- Operating System APIs define how different software applications interact with the operating system. For example, if a software program needs to display a window on your screen, it uses an API provided by the operating system to do so. For example, if an application needs to retrieve some data from a database, it uses a database API to send a query to the database and receive the results.
- APIs would be used to send requests between different systems or interfaces (northbound and southbound interfaces), allowing them to communicate and share data.
- the present disclosure proposes a solution of a method and system for dynamic workflow creation in a fulfilment management system (FMS) that leverages a combination of triggers, such as images or flowcharts, and a trained model to automate and adapt workflows based on the needs of different network nodes.
- FMS fulfilment management system
- This approach addresses the rigidity of traditional workflows by allowing for dynamic adjustments to the workflow as the inputs change, thereby enhancing the system's flexibility and responsiveness to varying requirements.
- the proposed solution automates the process of designing workflows by extracting the sequence of APIs from the provided triggers and generating the workflow dynamically using the trained model. This reduces the reliance on manual efforts, thereby decreasing the likelihood of errors and increasing efficiency.
- the automation extends to the integration and modification of APIs, as updates to the trigger automatically result in corresponding changes in the generated dynamic workflow, simplifying the process of incorporating new APIs or altering existing ones.
- the solution streamlines the retrieval of relevant data metrics for different network nodes by automatically fetching this information based on the generated dynamic workflow. This eliminates the need for separate queries or manual data extraction, leading to a more efficient approach to data management.
- the proposed method and system facilitate the automatic creation and association of states within the workflow, such as request schema, attributes, endpoints, and mappings. This enhances the accuracy and reliability of the workflow management process, addressing the complexity and error-proneness associated with state management in traditional systems.
- the 5GC network architecture includes a user equipment (UE) [102], a radio access network (RAN) [104], a plurality if network functions or network entities such as, an access and mobility management function (AMF) [106], a Session Management Function (SMF) unit [108], a Service Communication Proxy (SCP) [110], an Authentication Server Function (AUSF) [112], a Network Slice Specific Authentication and Authorization Function (NSSAAF) [114], a Network Slice Selection Function (NSSF) [116], a Network Exposure Function (NEF) [118], a Network Repository Function (NRF) [120], a Policy Control Function (PCF) [122], a Unified Data Management (UDM) [124], an application function (AF) [126], a User Plane Function (UPF) [128], a data network (DN) [130], wherein all the components are assumed to be connected to each other in a manner as obvious to the person skilled in the art for implementing features of the present disclosure.
- AMF access and
- the User Equipment (UE) [102] interfaces with the network via the Radio Access Network (RAN) [104]; the Access and Mobility Management Function (AMF) [106] manages connectivity and mobility, while the Session Management Function (SMF) unit [108] administers session control; the service communication proxy (SCP) [110] routes and manages communication between network services, enhancing efficiency and security, and the Authentication Server Function (AUSF) [112] handles user authentication; the NSSAAF [114] for integrating the 5G core network with existing 4G LTE networks i.e., to enable Non-Standalone (NSA) 5G deployments, the Network Slice Selection Function (NSSF) [116], Network Exposure Function (NEF) [118], and Network Repository Function (NRF) [120] enable network customization, secure interfacing with external applications, and maintain network function registries respectively; the Policy Control Function (PCF) [122] develops operational policies, and the Unified Data Management (UDM) [124] manages subscriber data; the Application Function (AF)
- Radio Access Network (RAN) is the part of a mobile telecommunications system that connects user equipment (UE) [102] to the core network (CN) and provides access to different types of networks (e.g., 5G network). It consists of radio base stations and the radio access technologies that enable wireless communication.
- AMF Access and Mobility Management Function
- AMF unit is a 5G core network function responsible for managing access and mobility aspects, such as UE registration, connection, and reachability. It also manages mobility management procedures like handovers and paging.
- Session Management Function [108] is a 5G core network function responsible for managing session-related aspects, such as establishing, modifying, and releasing sessions. It coordinates with the User Plane Function (UPF) for data forwarding and manages IP address allocation and QoS enforcement.
- Service Communication Proxy (SCP) [110] is a network function in the 5G core network that facilitates communication between other network functions by providing a secure and efficient messaging service. It acts as a mediator for service-based interfaces.
- AUSF Authentication Server Function
- AUSF Authentication Server Function
- PCF Policy Control Function
- UDM Unified Data Management
- AF Application Function
- UPF User Plane Function
- UPF User Plane Function
- FIG. 1B illustrates an exemplary block diagram of a system [101] for dynamic workflow creation in a fulfilment management system (FMS), in accordance with exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.
- the system [101] includes a receiving unit [103], an extraction unit [105], a workflow generation unit [107], and a retrieving unit [109], wherein all the components are assumed to be connected to each other in a manner as obvious to the person skilled in the art for implementing features of the present disclosure.
- FIG.1 The system [101] for dynamic workflow creation in a fulfilment management system (FMS) is shown in FIG.1B.
- the dynamic workflow refers to a flexible and adaptable sequence of tasks or processes that can be automatically generated and modified in response to specific inputs or conditions.
- static workflows which are predefined and unchangeable
- dynamic workflows adjust and optimize based on real-time data, user inputs, or changing requirements. For example, in a fulfilment management system, a user might upload a flowchart depicting a series of steps for processing an order.
- the system analyses this input and dynamically generates a workflow that includes tasks such as inventory check, payment processing, packaging, and shipping.
- API signatures change based on data metric information retrieved. For instance, if the earlier network node is busy (obtained from data metrics), then another instance of that network node is selected, resulting in changes in API signatures.
- This adaptability ensures that the workflow can reroute tasks to available nodes, maintaining efficiency and continuity. This dynamic effect allows the workflow to remain efficient and relevant to the current context, enhancing productivity and accuracy.
- the system [101] comprises the receiving unit [103].
- the receiving unit [103] is configured to receive a trigger, wherein the trigger corresponds to at least one of an image or a flow chart or a voice or a video representing a sequence of application programming interfaces (APIs).
- the trigger facilitates in initiating the dynamic workflow creation process within the system.
- the trigger can be an image, such as a diagram or photograph, or a flow chart that visually depicts the sequence of APIs involved in a particular workflow.
- the ability of the receiving unit [103] to accept triggers in these formats allows for a more intuitive and user-friendly way for users to input the desired sequence of APIs.
- the extraction involves using image processing or video processing techniques to identify the one or more network nodes and requests within the trigger input. For example, if a user uploads a flowchart, the extraction unit [105] analyses the visual elements of the flowchart to identify nodes such as inventory, PCF [122], and UDM [124], as well as specific requests like "Find free number.” Examples of the one or more network nodes includes, but not limited only to PCF [122], SMF 108, UDM [124], and other network nodes of the network architecture as disclosed in FIG.1A. [0077] The extraction unit [105] processes the trigger to map the identified one or more nodes and requests to the sequence API calls. The sequence of API calls is then sequenced to create a dynamic workflow.
- the one or more trained models comprise at least one of a Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) for image processing, a Transformer-based model such as BERT (Bidirectional Encoder Representations from Transformers) for Natural Language Processing (NLP), and a Recurrent Neural Network (RNN) model such as Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) for video processing.
- CNN Convolutional Neural Network
- NLP Natural Language Processing
- RNN Recurrent Neural Network
- LSTM Long Short-Term Memory
- the system [101] comprises the retrieving unit [109] communicatively coupled to the workflow generation unit [107].
- the retrieving unit [109] is configured to retrieve one or more data metrics from a storage unit based on the generated dynamic workflow, where the one or more data metrics are associated with the one or more network nodes.
- the retrieving unit [109] fetches relevant data metrics that are necessary for the execution of the workflow.
- the data metrics could include information such as network performance, resource availability, or other node-specific parameters for the proper functioning of the workflow.
- the storage unit serves as a repository for all such data, ensuring that the retrieving unit [109] has access to the most up-to-date information.
- the system [101] ensures that each node can operate optimally, based on its current state and available resources.
- the capability of retrieving relevant data metrics dynamically based on the workflow requirements enhances the efficiency and adaptability of the FMS, addressing some of the key challenges in traditional workflow management systems.
- an API for accessing user data might have documentation specifying the required authentication credentials, input parameters like user ID, attributes such as username and email, the format of the request and response, usage terms, error messages, and the endpoint URL.
- Each network node is associated with different API documentation or signatures. Consequently, the model is trained on this comprehensive information to accurately understand and generate the necessary API sequences for various network nodes. For instance, a network node handling inventory management will have distinct API signatures detailing how to query, update, and manage inventory data, while another node for user authentication will have APIs focused on login, token generation, and session management. [0089] Now, the sequence of APIs may be captured from the received trigger at the receiving unit [103].
- the method [200] comprises at step [210] retrieving, by a retrieving unit [109], one or more data metrics from a storage unit based on the generated dynamic workflow, where the one or more data metrics are associated with the one or more network nodes.
- the retrieving unit [109] fetches relevant data metrics that are necessary for the execution of the workflow.
- APIs related to number management might include functions for querying available numbers and updating their status.
- APIs for network provisioning might include configuring the Policy Control Function (PCF) and the Unified Data Manager (UDM).
- PCF Policy Control Function
- UDM Unified Data Manager
- FIG. 3A illustrates an exemplary workflow [300a] created by fulfilment management service (FMS), in accordance with exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.
- FMS fulfilment management service
- an image, video, or voice corresponding to a sequence of application programming interfaces (APIs) is uploaded. This uploaded media acts as a trigger for the workflow generation process within the Fulfilment Management System (FMS).
- the sequence of APIs, corresponding to one or more network nodes is extracted based on the received trigger.
- AI/ML-based techniques are then employed to interpret the trigger and generate a dynamic workflow based on the extracted sequence of APIs. These techniques involve analysing the uploaded media to understand the structure and interactions of the APIs visually or audibly represented.
- FIG.3B illustrates an exemplary workflow created by a fulfilment management service (FMS), in accordance with exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.
- FMS fulfilment management service
- the extraction unit Upon receiving the trigger, the extraction unit processes the flowchart to extract the sequence of APIs associated with different network nodes. Each step in the flowchart corresponds to specific API calls. For example, "Step 1: Find free number inventory” involves an API call to query the database for available numbers, while “Step 2: Update number status inventory” involves another API call to change the status of the selected number to reserved. [00109]
- the workflow generation unit then utilizes one or more trained models, which have been trained on datasets comprising various interfaces and their corresponding API signatures. These models are further refined using Natural Language Processing (NLP) and image processing techniques to accurately interpret the details of the flowchart. Based on the extracted sequence of APIs, the workflow generation unit creates a dynamic workflow that automates the outlined steps.
- NLP Natural Language Processing
- the retrieving unit accesses relevant data metrics from a storage unit. These metrics are associated with the network nodes involved in the workflow. For example, during “Step 3: Create provisioning PCF” and “Step 4: Create provisioning UDM,” the system retrieves necessary configuration data for the Policy Control Function (PCF) and User Data Management (UDM) systems, respectively. This ensures that all provisioning steps are correctly executed based on the predefined API signatures.
- PCF Policy Control Function
- UDM User Data Management
- Each step in the flowchart comprises specific API signatures that define parameters, data types, and return values. These signatures ensure that each API call performs its intended function, such as querying databases, updating statuses, or provisioning network functions.
- FIG.4 illustrates an exemplary block diagram of a computing device [400] (also referred to herein as a computer system [400]) upon which an embodiment of the present disclosure may be implemented.
- the computing device implements the method for dynamic workflow creation in the FMS using the system [101].
- the computing device itself implements the method for dynamic workflow creation in the FMS by using one or more units configured within the computing device, wherein said one or more units are capable of implementing the features as disclosed in the present disclosure.
- the computing device [400] encompasses a wide range of electronic devices capable of processing data and performing computations. Examples of computing device [400] include, but are not limited only to, personal computers, laptops, tablets, smartphones, servers, and embedded systems. The devices may operate independently or as part of a network and can perform a variety of tasks such as data storage, retrieval, and analysis. Additionally, computing device [400] may include peripheral devices, such as monitors, keyboards, and printers, as well as integrated components within larger electronic systems, highlighting their versatility in various technological applications. [00114] The computing device [400] may include a bus [402] or other communication mechanism for communicating information, and a processor [404] coupled with bus [402] for processing information.
- the processor [404] may be, for example, a general-purpose microprocessor.
- the computing device [400] may also include a main memory [406], such as a random-access memory (RAM), or other dynamic storage device, coupled to the bus [402] for storing information and instructions to be executed by the processor [404].
- the main memory [406] also may be used for storing temporary variables or other intermediate information during execution of the instructions to be executed by the processor [404].
- Such instructions when stored in non-transitory storage media accessible to the processor [404], render the computing device [400] into a special-purpose machine that is customized to perform the operations specified in the instructions.
- the computing device [400] further includes a read only memory (ROM) [408] or other static storage device coupled to the bus [402] for storing static information and instructions for the processor [404].
- ROM read only memory
- a storage device [410] such as a magnetic disk, optical disk, or solid-state drive is provided and coupled to the bus [402] for storing information and instructions.
- the computing device [400] may be coupled via the bus [402] to a display [412], such as a cathode ray tube (CRT), for displaying information to a computer user.
- An input device [414] including alphanumeric and other keys, may be coupled to the bus [402] for communicating information and command selections to the processor [404].
- cursor controller [416] such as a mouse, a trackball, or cursor direction keys, for communicating direction information and command selections to the processor [404], and for controlling cursor movement on the display [412].
- This input device typically has two degrees of freedom in two axes, a first axis (e.g., x) and a second axis (e.g., y), that allow the device to specify positions in a plane.
- the computing device [400] may implement the techniques described herein using customized hard-wired logic, one or more ASICs or FPGAs, firmware, and/or program logic which in combination with the computing device [400] causes or programs the computing device [400] to be a special-purpose machine.
- the techniques herein are performed by the computing device [400] in response to the processor [404] executing one or more sequences of one or more instructions contained in the main memory [406]. Such instructions may be read into the main memory [406] from another storage medium, such as the storage device [410]. Execution of the sequences of instructions contained in the main memory [406] causes the processor [404] to perform the process steps described herein. In alternative embodiments, hard- wired circuitry may be used in place of or in combination with software instructions. [00117]
- the computing device [400] also may include a communication interface [418] coupled to the bus [402].
- the communication interface [418] provides a two-way data communication coupling to a network link [420] that is connected to a local network [422].
- the communication interface [418] may be an integrated services digital network (ISDN) card, cable modem, satellite modem, or a modem to provide a data communication connection to a corresponding type of telephone line.
- the communication interface [418] may be a local area network (LAN) card to provide a data communication connection to a compatible LAN.
- LAN local area network
- Wireless links may also be implemented.
- the communication interface [418] sends and receives electrical, electromagnetic, or optical signals that carry digital data streams representing various types of information.
- the computing device [400] can send messages and receive data, including program code, through the network(s), the network link [420] and the communication interface [418].
- a server [430] might transmit a requested code for an application program through the Internet [428], the Internet Service Provider (ISP) [426], the host [424] the local network [422] and the communication interface [418].
- the received code may be executed by the processor [404] as it is received, and/or stored in the storage device [410], or other non-volatile storage for later execution.
- FIG. 5 illustrates an exemplary block diagram of a user equipment (UE) [102] for dynamic creation of workflow in a fulfilment management system (FMS), in accordance with exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.
- the UE [102] comprises a processor [102A] and a memory [102B].
- the processor [102A] is configured to transmit a trigger.
- the trigger is sent for dynamic workflow creation in a fulfilment management system (FMS).
- the trigger corresponds to at least one of an image or a voice or a video representing a sequence of application programming interfaces (APIs).
- APIs application programming interfaces
- dynamic workflow creation comprises: extracting the sequence of APIs that corresponds to one or more network nodes based on the trigger; generating, using one or more trained models, a dynamic workflow based on the extracted sequence of APIs; and retrieving one or more data metrics from a storage unit based on the generated dynamic workflow, where the one or more data metrics are associated with the one or more network nodes.
- An aspect of the present disclosure provides a user equipment comprising a processor.
- the processor is configured to transmit a trigger for dynamic workflow creation in a fulfilment management system (FMS), wherein the trigger corresponds to at least one of a voice or a video representing a sequence of application programming interfaces (APIs) and wherein for dynamic workflow creation comprises: extracting the sequence of APIs that corresponds to one or more network nodes based on the trigger; generating, using one or more trained models, a dynamic workflow based on the extracted sequence of APIs; and retrieving one or more data metrics from a storage unit based on the generated dynamic workflow, where the one or more data metrics are associated with the one or more network nodes.
- FMS fulfilment management system
- APIs application programming interfaces
- Yet another aspect of the present disclosure provides a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium storing instruction for dynamic workflow creation in a fulfilment management system (FMS), the storage medium comprising executable code which, when executed by one or more units of a system, causes: a receiving unit configured to receive a trigger, wherein the trigger corresponds to at least one of a voice or a video representing a sequence of application programming interfaces (APIs); an extraction unit configured to extract the sequence of APIs that corresponds to one or more network nodes based on the received trigger; a workflow generation unit configured to generate, using one or more trained models, a dynamic workflow based on the extracted sequence of APIs; and a retrieving unit configured to retrieve one or more data metrics from a storage unit based on the generated dynamic workflow, where the one or more data metrics are associated with the one or more network nodes.
- FMS fulfilment management system
- the invention enables the generation of workflows based on user-provided flowcharts or images, utilizing AI and ML based trained model on existing interfaces and their API signatures.
- the method involves receiving a trigger in the form of a flowchart, extracting the sequence of APIs, generating a dynamic workflow, and retrieving data metrics associated with the workflow. Consequently, the need for extensive manual workflow design is minimized, and a generic framework is created to facilitate the seamless integration of new functionalities into existing systems by creating new services within existing flows. This approach significantly enhances efficiency and reduces the time required for system integration and workflow execution.
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