Combining Seven Cases into One: Solving the Cross-border Patent Inventor Management Problem with a Global Perspective

2025-11-19
I. Case Introduction 
When the ZYIP team faced the situation where 7 domestic priority cases were merged into an application in the US, due to issues such as overlapping inventor information and differences in international rules, causing confusion in the sorting logic and compliance risks, they overcame the immediate problem precisely by building a dynamic database and developing an original three-dimensional sorting model. This not only resolved the urgent issue but also solidified the solution as an internal standard process for the client, achieving a significant improvement in processing efficiency. 


II. Case Details 
Customer Type/Industry:
Technology enterprises deeply rooted in the global market / International intellectual property layout and management 


Customer pain points/issue description: 
The information is jumbled and confusing: The combined application of 7 cases has led to the intertwining of the inventors' information, lacking a clear sorting basis, making it difficult for the internal team to make a decision. 
2. International compliance risks: There are differences in the disclosure systems of inventors between China and the United States, which pose procedural risks. 
3. Internal cognitive inconsistency: The IPR team of the client has different understandings of cross-border regulations, resulting in high communication costs and low decision-making efficiency. 


Solution/Process: 
Systematically sort out the information: Establish a dynamic database to clearly present the priority sequence of 7 cases and the associations with the inventors through a visual graph. 
2. Innovative sorting methodology: Developed a unique "claim - priority - inventor" three-dimensional sorting model, converting subjective judgment into objective deduction. 
3. In-depth Compliance Analysis: Conduct a comprehensive investigation into the differences in the patent disclosure systems in Europe and the United States, provide specific operational suggestions, and avoid potential risks. 
4. Knowledge synchronization and empowerment: Adopt the "problem - solution - prevention" three-step approach to share knowledge with the client team, thereby enhancing internal collaboration efficiency. 
5. Standardization of processes and accumulation: Transform individual case experiences into internal standardized verification modules to enhance long-term process control. 


Outcomes/ Data: 
Precise risk resolution: Solving the sorting logic and compliance issues at one time, receiving a high evaluation from the client as "extremely comprehensive". 
2. Significant improvement in efficiency: The processing time for subsequent similar cases has been reduced by 40%, and the cost of internal communication has decreased by 60%. 
3. Methodological Value Accumulation: The solution was incorporated into the client's global IP management manual, resulting in the establishment of sustainable best practices. 


III. Case Evaluation Comments 
This case demonstrates the core value of ZYIP in handling complex cross-border intellectual property affairs - not only solving current problems with systematic thinking and innovative methods, but also emphasizing the empowerment of clients by leveraging the insights and methodologies accumulated during the service process, transforming them into their sustainable internal capabilities. ZYIP is always committed to being a trusted long-term partner for clients in their global intellectual property layout.
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