Project Info
Client
Project Controls EXPO
Service
WEB Development
Industry
Retail, eCommerce
Stack
PHP, Mysql, CodeIgniter, Jquery
Challenge
Patent management is a complex and time-consuming process. There are multiple stages to the patent management process, including: filing a patent application, prosecuting the patent application, maintaining the patent, and enforcing the patent. Each of these stages can involve different software systems and databases.
The problem is that most companies do not have a centralized system for managing patents. This can lead to inefficiencies and errors in the patent management process. For example, a company may use one software system for filing patent applications and another software system for maintaining patents. This can lead to data entry errors and duplicate data.
A centralized patent management system can help solve these problems. A centralized system can provide a single point of entry for all data related to a company's patents. This can reduce data entry errors and duplicate data. A centralized system can also provide workflow tools to help manage the complex patent management process.
Managing Deadlines patent has several deadlines and it becomes very difficult to manage the deadlines.
There are numerous challenges to creating an effective patent management system. First, it can be difficult to keep track of all the different patents that a company owns or has applied for. This is especially true if a company has a large portfolio of patents. Second, it can be difficult to determine which patents are most important to a company and should be given priority when it comes to budget and resources. Third, it can be challenging to create a system that is both easy to use and provides the necessary data and information that users need. Finally, it is important to ensure that the system is secure and confidential, as patent information can be sensitive.
Our Solution
Patent management is an essential part of any business. It helps protect the business’s inventions and other intellectual property from being copied or used by competitors. But managing patents is a complex task that requires careful attention to detail, meticulous record keeping.
The solution is a cloud-based patent management system that is simple to use, yet powerful enough to handle all of your patent needs. It’s also completely web-based, so there’s no software to install or maintain. And because it’s in the cloud, it’s always up-to-date with the latest features and improvements.
Best of all, our patent management system is extremely affordable. In fact, it’s much less expensive than most traditional patent management systems.
1. Fees receipt Manager: Uploading of fees receipt and capturing the meta data becomes easier with this features, and most of the deadlines are calculated based on the fees receipt dates.
2. Reminder System: Email reminders and WhatsApp reminders provide a easy reminders access to the team, team can do a quick sneak using the short link in the reminders.
3. Patent Forms Manager: Forms files on the patent registration can be docketed with proper classification and keywords in the system.
4. Annuity Management: The system can also remind us about the Annuity of the patents is due.
The Departments Benefitted
An intuitive admin panel streamlines patent management, tracking filing, deadlines, and document storage. Fee receipts are easily tracked by patent numbers. Deadline management is optimized with quick data access and WhatsApp reminders, improving efficiency for both the accounts and operations teams.
Core Technical:
Accounts
Operations
The Impact
The implementation of the new system led to 100% organized patent data and dashboards, eliminating missed patent deadlines. It saved 50% of the effort previously spent searching and managing patent data. Additionally, there was a 200% increase in interactions between attendees and event partners, fostering better engagement.
100% Organized Data
0% Missed Deadlines
50% Effort Savings
200% Increased Interactions
Conclusion
The implementation of the cloud-based patent management system significantly streamlined the entire patent process for our client. It centralized all patent-related data, reducing errors and duplicate entries. Key features such as the Fees Receipt Manager, Reminder System, and Patent Forms Manager improved workflow efficiency and ensured that deadlines and annuity payments were consistently met. The system's affordability and cloud-based infrastructure made it an ideal solution for managing a large patent portfolio, while also enhancing security and confidentiality. Overall, the solution optimized patent management, reduced complexity, and allowed the team to focus on strategic tasks.