Assa Abloy has been granted a patent for a method of customizing applications on mobile devices. The method involves storing customization data in a separate server, accessing the server independently of the mobile device, and receiving authorization data to securely receive the customization data. The customization data includes cryptographic keys and graphical customization information, allowing the application to be customized for specific service providers or users. The customization process can be initiated through channels other than the application itself. GlobalData’s report on Assa Abloy gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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According to GlobalData’s company profile on Assa Abloy, intelligent access control was a key innovation area identified from patents. Assa Abloy's grant share as of September 2023 was 56%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Customizing an application on a mobile device using a customization server
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11775628B2) describes a method for customizing an application on a mobile device. The method involves storing customization data in a separate server, which includes cryptographic keys for secure communication between service providers and users, as well as graphical customization information to modify the application's appearance. When the user contacts the customization server through a different access channel, such as a computer, they receive authorization data that allows the mobile device to securely receive the customization data. The customization data then enables the mobile device to change the application into a customized version specific to the service provider or user.
The authorization data can be provided through various means, including postal messages, email messages, SMS text messages, or visual codes displayed on a computer screen. In some cases, the visual code can be captured by the mobile device. The method may also involve receiving credential information from the user via the computer to access the customization server.
Customizing the application allows the mobile device to access a user service on behalf of the user, which is typically provided by the service provider. A template can be used to populate the customization data, and certificate pinning can be implemented to ensure that the mobile device only communicates with predetermined customization servers.
The patent also includes a non-transitory computer-readable medium containing software that performs the same customization process. The software includes executable code for storing customization data, providing authorization data, and enabling the mobile device to receive and apply the customization data.
Overall, this patent presents a method and software for customizing applications on mobile devices, allowing for personalized experiences based on service providers or individual users. The use of separate servers and cryptographic keys ensures secure communication, while various authorization methods provide flexibility for users to initiate customization.
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