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CPA Global, Inc. - FoundationIP




Synopsis 

FoundationIP is one of three software systems offered by CPA Global. Originally developed by the law firm of Schwegman Lundberg & Woessner, P.A.. in 2003, FoundationIP was purchased by CPA Global in 2005. 

FoundationIP's strength is in patent prosecution, particularly with attorney-client collaboration for application drafting and docketing. FIP also offers modules for Invention Disclosure, Billings and other General Matters. FoundationIP supports trademarks and other IP types.  An important component of FoundationIP is the interface to CPA Global's services, including annuity and docketing services.

Market presence has been primarily U.S. focused, although CPA Global has introduced the FoundationIP product in to European and Asia-Pacific markets as of 2008.  FoundationIP is offered an SaaS-only model.

FoundationIP is offered to both corporate law departments and law firms.


Company Information

Founded: 1969
Legal Name: CPA Global (privately held; purchased by CPA Global in 2005)
Office(s): Minneapolis, MN (main office for FoundationIP); Alexandria, VA (North America HQ); Jersey, UK (Global HQ)


Product and Technology Overview


Product Name: FoundationIP
Version (Date)4.2 (2011)
Platform: Hosted web based access
Database(s): Microsoft SQL Server
Hosting: SaaS
Services: Full implementation; project management; business configuration; interfaces; data conversion; training; other
License Model: Subscription (Monthly)
Maintenance: Included in subscription


Key Features 

  • Invention Disclosure (electronic form and automated review process)
  • Matter Manager (patents, trademarks and other general matters)
  • IDS and Reference Manager
  • Merge Docs (forms and templates)
  • Contact Manager
  • Communication Manager (emails and discussion threads)
  • Docket Manager (automated and ad hoc tasks with notifications)
  • Report Generator (library, ad hoc user defined, scheduled delivery)
  • PTO Access
  • Annuity Manager (decision workflow and interface to CPA Global annuity services)


Other Highlighted Features or Capabilities

  • Interface to annuity payment services
  • Interface to other CPA Global products and services


Additional Information 






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