6 October 2006
London, 6 October 2006. Computer Patent Annuities Limited (CPA), the world’s largest IP support services provider, is holding a party on Monday 9 October 2006 to celebrate the European launch of Intellevate and global launch of their patent due diligence services. As part of this launch, the company has invited Edward ‘Kaz’ Kazenske, Senior Director, IP and Licensing – Patent Strategy at Microsoft Corporation to speak on patent reform and the future of patent filing practices.
“At CPA we’re always striving to provide added value services to both our clients and the IP industry. We are launching some incredibly beneficial products at this year’s AIPPI meeting, so we’re especially pleased to welcome such a distinguished guest to our party. Kaz’s presentation will address some key issues that both patent offices and corporations face and will provide context to CPA’s expanding product and service offerings. His experience at both Microsoft and as Deputy Commissioner for Patents at the USPTO is invaluable and we hope that delegates will take advantage of this opportunity to listen to him. His observations will be particularly insightful for the European market because US companies are using some effective IP management practices that haven’t hit Europe yet.” Explained Peter Sewell, CPA’s CEO.
Guests to CPA’s launch party will also be able to speak to CPA staff about the range of new services, which include patent data verification and title updates – forming part of an IP due diligence package, alongside on-and off-shore services provided by Intellevate such as patent proofreading, illustration, filing and paralegal support.
“There is a lot more to IP management than renewals - the IP industry is changing so rapidly and CPA always strives to be at forefront of that change. The demand on our clients by their employers has increased, so CPA has evolved to hopefully meet those challenges and solve clients’ issues. That’s why as a company we’ve taken a strategic decision to offer a broader range of IP support services.” Adds Peter Sewell.
For further information about the launch party, CPA, Intellevate or IP due diligence services please contact:
Charlotte Presse, PR Manager
Email: cpresse@cpaglobal.com
DD Tel: +44 (0) 1784 22 45 56
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About CPA:
CPA was founded in 1969 and is now the world’s leading Intellectual Property management specialist. In 2004 CPA celebrated 35 years in the industry and from its beginnings as a UK patent and design renewals provider, CPA now also has a wealth of trademark experience and approximately 40,000 clients across the globe. Performing over one million patent and trademark renewals annually, CPA offers a holistic approach to the management of IP rights, with an
extensive portfolio of products and services which include: software systems, patent, design and trademark renewals, trademark watching, prosecution support services, domain and digital content services and patent analytics reports and consulting. www.cpaglobal.com
About Intellevate:
With facilities in India and the US, Intellevate offers its customers both on-shore and offshore legal support services, serving both intellectual property law firms and in-house legal departments. Intellevate’s services include prior art searching, docketing, proofreading, paralegal services, patentability searches and patent illustration. Its world-class facilities and security provide a cost-effective option for law firms and legal departments to increase capacity and quality. Intellevate is part of the CPA Group. To learn more visit the company online at www.intellevate.com.
New Services to be launched globally
Patent data verification:
You may need to prepare a list of possible patents for licensing, M&A, joint venture, litigation or an audit. If your data is inaccurate, all of this activity can be delayed, while you manage the task of checking and updating patent records. CPA has the knowledge and infrastructure in place to manage data verification projects accurately, efficiently and cost-effectively. By using CPA, you will benefit from the international expertise and industry knowledge we have gained from years of checking and managing patent data.
Patent title updates:
CPA’s dedicated title update team are expert in handling large volumes of annual transactions which means you will enjoy the highest service levels, with the least amount of risk at a competitive price. We provide a clear forecast of charges for accurate budgeting, regular communication and project updates. CPA manages the recordal of assignments, mergers, name changes and address updates to IP across all jurisdictions.
New Services to be launched in Europe
Intellevate – part of the CPA Group provides on- and off-shore IP support services including:
Paralegals
Intellevate’s experienced paralegals become an extension of your team, making IP support services more efficient and even more accessible.
Docketing
Intellevate’s “virtual docketing department” helps maintain an organisation’s IP docket and annuities, enabling them to take advantage of a broad and knowledgeable talent pool without the hiring, administrative, training, and turnover challenges associated with internal staff.
Prior Art Searching
Intellevate offers clients the benefits of high quality prior art searches, conducted quickly and methodically, at a fraction of the traditional cost.
Patent Illustration
Our technical staff provide the highest quality output in cost-effective and timely fashion. Our illustrators are highly educated and trained, with degrees in various engineering fields. Each drawing is completed quickly, usually within a week and our illustrators are equipped with state-of-the-art CAD software and proprietary delivery system.
Proofreading
Intellevate’s standardised methodology ensures uncompromised proofreading quality by focusing on specific guidelines and procedures. We have a multiple level, graduated review process depending on the experience level of the proofreader and the complexity of the patent. Our end-product is consistent and the best available. We also provide a comprehensive two-part proofreading report with each patent.
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