Software aids enterprise-level intellectual asset management.

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Enabling organizations to consolidate and integrate intellectual-asset-management systems, Thomson IP Manager v2.1 helps manage patents, trademarks, invention disclosures, conflicts, and licensing agreements. It allows individuals involved in all stages of creation, management, and enforcement of intellectual property (IP) to collaborate and work within common, secure platform. Software integrates into existing web architectures and connects with enterprise directories and LDAP systems.



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Thomson Reuters Launches Thomson IP Manager 2.1® for Broader Enterprise-Wide Collaboration



New software improves productivity by consolidating systems and connecting individuals at all stages of the intellectual asset management continuum

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Feb. 3 - Thomson IP Management Services, a business of Thomson Reuters, today announced the release of Thomson IP Manager 2.1, the next generation of the company's enterprise-level software for managing patents, trademarks, invention disclosures, conflicts and licensing agreements. This new offering allows individuals involved in all stages of the creation, management, and enforcement of intellectual property (IP) to collaborate and work within a secure, common platform.

By enabling organizations to consolidate and integrate intellectual-asset-management systems, Thomson IP Manager 2.1 reduces the time it takes to learn multiple systems and provides a streamlined, cohesive environment where inventors can submit ideas in the same application used by patent counsel to review them. Status of an asset can be tracked through prosecution, maintenance and commercialization.

"The release of Thomson IP Manager 2.1 reflects the evolution of our client's intellectual asset management workflow needs and our continued commitment to provide world-leading solutions," said Cynthia Murphy, vice president and general manager of Thomson IP Management Services. "The collaboration functionality brings our clients' teams and processes together for the first time on a common platform. This in turn ensures the highest quality and integrity of their intellectual property data, critical to the management of their business."

Thomson IP Manager 2.1 offers several enhancements over earlier versions of this software.

o It enables the consolidation of a wider range of intellectual asset
management activities
o It is easier to install and manage, integrating more tightly into
existing web architectures (web farms) and connecting with enterprise
directories and LDAP systems
o User interface enhancements make it easier to quickly access
information and generate useful output
o Configurable data fields and dynamic links make it possible to manage
connections between IP matters in new ways

For more information about Thomson IP Manager 2.1, visit thomsonipmanagement.com.

About Thomson IP Management Services

Businesses and law firms at the forefront of intellectual asset management partner with Thomson IP Management Services. From ideation through prosecution and commercialization, Thomson IP Management Services helps you maximize the value of your portfolio, keep it aligned with your business strategy, and drive global competitiveness. Our solutions-Thomson IP Manager, IP Payments and IP Rules-integrate state-of-the-art portfolio management technology, comprehensive services and a world-class IP rules collection to provide unparalleled support of your patents, trademarks, licenses and other intellectual assets.

About Thomson Reuters

Thomson Reuters is the world's leading source of intelligent information for businesses and professionals. We combine industry expertise with innovative technology to deliver critical information to leading decision makers in the financial, legal, tax and accounting, scientific, healthcare and media markets, powered by the world's most trusted news organization. With headquarters in New York and major operations in London and Eagan, Minnesota, Thomson Reuters employs more than 50,000 people in 93 countries.

For more information, go to thomsonreuters.com.

CONTACT:

Laura Gaze, Senior Marketing Manager, Scientific, of Thomson Reuters, +1-203-868-3340, laura.gaze@thomsonreuters.com

Web Site: http://thomsonipmanagement.com/

Source: Thomson Reuters

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