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“Article One adds a new dimension to prior art searching by making use of a community of experts around the world. This innovative way of crowdsourcing contributes to the improvement of the quality of the patent system. Being a member for almost a year, we at Philips are already experiencing the benefits of the Article One approach, as the community of experts came up with relevant prior art that we did not identify by ourselves.”
— Ruud Peters, Executive VP & Chief IP Officer at Philips IP&S
“Article One adds a new dimension to prior art searching by making use of a community of experts around the world. This innovative way of crowdsourcing contributes to the improvement of the quality of the patent system. Being a member for almost a year, we at Philips are already experiencing the benefits of the Article One approach, as the community of experts came up with relevant prior art that we did not identify by ourselves.”
— Ruud Peters, Executive VP & Chief IP Officer at Philips IP&S
Clients conduct patent research
Clients use patent validity evidence to settle patent litigations, analyze industry patents and strengthen their patent portfolios.
Researchers earn money, recognition and experience for their work
Researchers identify publications related to technology described in patents, and can earn money for their work. Patent knowledge is not needed - merely an interest in research or knowledge of technology. For more information, education and Researcher resources are provided.
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During his presentation at the 100th anniversary of the Norwegian Industrial Property Office, Mr. Ruud Peters mentions Article One as a key option in part of a new push within the industry to defend against the rising costs of patent litigation (min. 13). As Executive VP and Chief IP Officer at Phillips Intellectual Property and Standards, Mr. Peters manages one of the largest patent portfolios in the world.
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