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IP Now

by GIS Office Management · Since 1988
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Quick facts
VendorGIS Office Management
Year launched1988
StatusActive
LocationLandsberger Str. 314 80687 Munich, Germany
Countries servedGlobal
Languages2
IntegrationsN/A
Free tierNO
Free trialNO
Contact salesYES

About IP Now

IP Now is a refreshing, "clean" alternative to the heavy, on-premise IP systems of the past. It is particularly strong for decentralized teams and remote-first law firms that need to collaborate in real-time.

IP Now is a refreshing, "clean" alternative to the heavy, on-premise IP systems of the past. It is particularly strong for decentralized teams and remote-first law firms that need to collaborate in real-time. By combining German security standards with an agile, modular design, it provides a scalable solution that grows with your portfolio. It is an ideal pick for a Product Manager who wants a tool that "just works" out of the box with minimal IT overhead.

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • The integrated chat and portals reduce reliance on external email threads.
  • 100% SaaS means no server costs or manual updates for the user.
Cons
  • No offline mode for working on patent drafts without a connection.
  • Setting up custom automated batch processes requires a solid understanding of the system's logic.

Features

Key features

Collaborative Chat & Notifications

In-app communication tools that link discussions directly to specific IP files.

Automated Form Letters

Generates standardized legal correspondence and PTO documents with one click.

Cross-Device Accessibility

Fully optimized for PC, Mac, tablets, and smartphones without needing a local installation.

Integrated Client/Inventor Portals

Dedicated web interfaces for external clients or internal inventors to view case progress and upload disclosures.

Automatic Term Calculation

Automatically calculates and tracks global patent/trademark deadlines to prevent loss of rights.

Additional features

Full Audit Trail

Logs every action taken within the system for compliance and forensic tracking.

Payment Interface

Integration with financial systems to track IP-related expenses and renewals.

Permission Management

Granular role-based access control to protect sensitive litigation or R&D data.

Customizable Dashboards

Drag-and-drop widgets to monitor upcoming tasks and portfolio health.

Decision Maker Portal

A simplified dashboard for executives to approve or abandon IP assets based on ROI.

Inventor Remuneration

(Corporate Edition) Tracks and calculates payments due to inventors based on patent milestones.

4-Eyes Check

A built-in security workflow requiring a second user to verify critical deadline updates.

Batch Processing

Ability to update statuses or generate reports for hundreds of files simultaneously.

Integrated DMS

Full-text searchable document management for all related PDFs, images, and drafts.

Digital IP File

A centralized 360-degree view of all data, documents, and history for a specific IP right.

Pricing

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Countries & Languages

Global
Countries served
2
Interface languages
2
Billing currencies

Interface languages

EnglishGerman

Billing currencies

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