SPINE (Shared Processing Infrastructure for NLP Ecosystems)

Case ID:
UA24-296
Invention:

Shared Processing Infrastructure for NLP Ecosystems (SPINE) is an innovative software platform designed to optimize the deployment of large language models (LLMs) within enterprise environments. The platform leverages existing hardware resources within the organization to help businesses adopt a large language model to their workflows while protecting the company’s sensitive intellectual property. SPINE can optimize performance for large-scale operations, has real-time compliance and auditing features, incorporates bias detection mechanisms and ethical AI practices, and provides robust resource management. This ensures enterprises can deploy LLMs effectively, even in demanding environments, with high availability and fault tolerance. 

Background: 
SPINE aims to tackle the challenges associated with integrating large language models in enterprise settings. In enterprise AI and natural language processing, there is a significant need for advanced solutions that can autonomously adapt and efficiently utilize existing computing resources across various organizational workstations. Many current solutions are either too expensive, complex, or fail to adequately address data security concerns. Traditional LLM platforms often require significant investments in new hardware and infrastructure, leading to inefficiencies and operational delays. Additionally, traditional solutions do not dynamically reassign and optimize computational loads, leading to inefficiencies and increased costs. SPINE differentiates itself by optimizing the use of existing resources, providing a scalable, efficient, and secure environment for LLM operations, allowing enterprises to easily adopt these models in their workflows while maintaining strict control over sensitive data.

Applications: 

  • Large language models in enterprise environments
  • Distributed LLM infrastructure


Advantages: 

  • Cost effective; reduces operational costs by utilizing existing hardware resources
  • Data security due to use in local environment
  • Provides robust compliance and auditing features to protect sensitive data
  • Optimizes performance
  • Scalable
  • Flexibility for all types of workforces
  • Distributed architecture enhances security and resilience
  • Implements intelligent resource management for optimal performance
  • Facilitates ethical AI practices through bias detection and mitigation
Patent Information:
Contact For More Information:
Jay Martin
Licensing Associate, Software and Copyright
The University of Arizona
jaymartin@arizona.edu
Lead Inventor(s):
Michael Galde
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