Introducing SLW Forecast & SLW Select

Introducing SLW Forecast & SLW Select

Patent prosecution can be complex and challenging, especially when it comes to managing costs. Unpredictable expenses, unreliable forecasts, and reactive billing practices often make it difficult to align IP budgets with strategic goals.

Recognizing these challenges, we developed SLW Forecast and SLW Select to simplify and enhance the way clients manage their IP portfolios. These services are designed to provide clarity, control, and predictability, ensuring that innovators can focus on what matters most—innovation.


The Problem at Hand

Managing patent costs shouldn’t involve guesswork, yet many organizations face:

  • Unpredictable Costs: Monthly invoices that vary significantly.
  • Unreliable Long-Term Forecasting: Limited ability to plan align spending with business objectives.
  • Reactive Budget Management: A constant struggle to react instead of proactively strategizing.

SLW Forecast and SLW Select were created to address these issues, providing solutions that streamline cost management and empower clients to take charge of their IP strategy.


SLW Forecast: A Data-Driven Solution

SLW Forecast is a data-driven model that provides accurate and actionable cost projections. By analyzing historical invoice data and filing patterns, it delivers insights tailored to the unique needs of each portfolio.

Actual Costs versus Estimates with Future Estimates based on desired Filing Trends

How It Works:

  • Leverages historical data to predict future costs with precision.
  • Offers visual representations of projected expenses.
  • Adapts dynamically to filing patterns and IP objectives.

The Benefits:

  • Enables confident planning with forward-looking projections.
  • Aligns IP strategy with broader business goals.
  • Offers a clear view of the long-term impact of IP decisions, including international filings and maintenance fees.

US Projections with Maintenance
US Projections with OUS & PCT


SLW Select: Simplifying Patent Cost Management

Building on the insights from SLW Forecast, SLW Select goes one step further and introduces a transparent and predictable pricing model. This service removes uncertainty and enhances control over budgeting.

Key Features:

  • Fixed monthly pricing for all IP tasks, adjusted quarterly.
  • Quarterly updates with portfolio insights to inform strategic decisions.
  • Tools to identify cases for increased focus.

Key Benefits:

  • Budget Certainty: Predictable costs eliminate surprises.
  • Strategic Alignment: Provides a clear connection between patent decisions and business objectives.
  • Efficiency Gains: Simplified billing saves time and resources.
  • Collaborative Approach: Regular updates and reviews promote proactive decision-making.


Why It Matters

SLW Forecast and SLW Select represent a commitment to making patent cost management straightforward and effective. By providing greater control and predictability, these tools allow clients to:

  • Focus more on innovation.
  • Make informed, data-backed decisions.
  • Drive their IP strategies forward without worrying about budget surprises.


Let’s Collaborate

SLW Forecast and SLW Select are transforming the way patent prosecution costs are managed. Contact us to learn how these solutions can enhance your IP strategy and help you achieve your business goals.

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Mary E. Goulet

Patent Attorney | WorldsAwayMary on Etsy

1 个月

I could see both SLW Forecast and SLW Select (outlined in the article as approaches to patent costs) could be popular, especially that a company can set a monthly amount, adjusted quarterly, for all its IP costs.

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