http://lecorpio.com/blog Docketing is one of the most crucial functions within any Intellectual Property department. An excellent IP docketing system combined with structured docketing procedures can provide substantial reduction in IP spending to IP departments. At its core, IP docketing software works like a virtual assistant to the IP department. It keeps track of deadlines, outstanding payments for applications and annuities, and sends reminders to the IP team at a predefined schedule. Here are the top 5 features of great IP docketing software.

1. TOP 5 TIPS
FOR SUCCESSFUL IP MANAGEMENT
DATA MIGRATION
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2. Tip 1:
Establish a multi-disciplinary team
Get a firm commitment
from all stakeholders
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3. Tip 1:
Establish a multi-disciplinary team
Get most qualified and
experienced resources
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4. Tip 2:
Invest time to improve data quality
The extent and complexity of these
may not be fully understood
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5. Tip 2:
Invest time to improve data quality
Share your concerns openly with
your IP management vendor
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6. Tip 3:
Walk before you run
Execute
Iterate
Learn
“Over a weekend” data migration
strategy creates inflexible framework
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7. Tip 3:
Walk before you run
Opt for an agile, iterative
delivery approach
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8. Tip 4:
Learn to hit a moving target
Data Migration
Start early,
start parallel
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9. Tip 4:
Learn to hit a moving target
Create a checklist for
the future
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10. Tip 5:
Documentation
Update your documentation
regularly
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11. Tip 5:
Documentation
After data migration, begin
documentation for your new system
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12. VISIT:
www.lecorpio.com
or CALL:
(408) 850-7260
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13. TRANSFORM YOUR LEGAL DEPARTMENT
FROM “SUPPORT” TO STRATEGIC”