Success: 4 tips for better patent search results

We know that it is difficult to assess patent search results, especially when a “silver bullet” reference isn’t included in the results set. Here are four tips from the leaders of Ensemble IP on how to get patent search results you can trust:?

Request interim search results during the course of larger projects. This will ensure that the patent analyst is reviewing potential references in alignment with your interpretation of the art. ?

Review the search results with the patent analyst. Having access to and being able to review the search with the analyst allows you to discuss the rationale for citing each reference. This discussion may help to further refine the search strategy or identify areas for supplemental searching.?

Discuss the data sources being consulted, especially when non-patent literature is in the scope of the search.? For instance, if product literature is an important source of information, make sure the analyst knows how to search product literature and has access to the right data sources.? They should be able to explain their data sources, the information available in each data source, and how those sources are accessed.??? ?

Review the search history. A clear understanding of the search terms used, structure of the search, and databases consulted will give confidence in the results. Ask the patent analyst to walk you through the strategy. ?

We know how vital quality search results are to the decisions being made.? That is why our team is always available to discuss the search strategy and the results.? Your trust is of paramount importance to us and we have built our team and process to earn that trust.???- Ted Klekman (Chief Sales Officer)

At Ensemble IP, our entire focus is on a collaborative and transparent process to provide you with comprehensive search results that you can trust. Our management team and patent analysts are available to speak with you about your search at any phase of the project and every search includes a detailed search history. Through our decades of experience, we know that this communication leads to a better search and results you can count on. ??

We know time is your valuable and we pride ourselves on being quick and responsive.? Our consultative four-step approach delivers results you can trust:??

1. We have a short consultation to understand your search needs.? This includes understanding the reasons behind your request and the decisions you need to make based on the results.? We will also discuss your preferred report format, so that you can easily review the search results.???
2. We provide a no-obligation fixed price quote within 1 business day.? The quote will detail our search scope, strategy, timeline and deliverables.? Our quote is a firm-fixed price and there are no hidden fees to surprise you at the end of the project.???
3. We follow our time-tested, iterative search methodology which utilizes the best traditional and AI-based search databases, as well as non-patent literature databases.? For more complex projects, we hold a kick-off call and share interim updates with the patent analyst and your team.? This collaboration allows us to discuss findings and interpretations of the relevant art.?
4. We deliver a clear, easy-to-read report that details our search methodology, relevant results, and analyst insights.? The analyst is always available discuss the search and their findings.?

Our experts understand the technology and the idiosyncrasies of patent searching within their technical domain to provide the highest quality results. Follow our page for more patent search insights.

We can't wait to provide you with the highest quality patent searches and analytics service on the planet.

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