Mindbody has been granted a patent for a scheduling system with an interactive graphical user interface. The system allows users to easily rebook appointments by visually moving cells representing previous appointments to open time slots. This innovative method streamlines the scheduling process for both clients and service providers. GlobalData’s report on Mindbody gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.

According to GlobalData’s company profile on Mindbody, AI for workflow management was a key innovation area identified from patents. Mindbody's grant share as of April 2024 was 41%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.

Scheduling system with interactive graphical user interface for appointments

Source: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Credit: Mindbody Inc

A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11907912B2) outlines a method and system for managing appointments through an interactive graphical user interface. The system involves generating an interface with visually movable cells representing scheduled appointments for clients and service providers. When a request to rebook an appointment is received, the system identifies previous appointments, generates new movable cells, and populates them accordingly. The system allows for easy rescheduling by moving cells between sections of the interface, determining the location of the cell, and generating a new appointment based on the cell's position.

Furthermore, the patent describes additional features such as generating overlay windows with appointment details upon hovering over a cell and the ability to handle multiple rebooking requests for different clients. The system is designed to streamline the appointment management process by providing a visual representation of appointments, making it easier for administrators to manage and reschedule appointments efficiently. By utilizing visually movable cells and a structured interface, the system aims to enhance the user experience and improve the overall efficiency of appointment scheduling and management processes.

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