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The pace of mergers and acquisitions means companies have a hard time fully grasping what they own... let alone what their competitors have. Filing and naming procedures, as well as internal tracking systems, can be inconsistent and incompatible. How can you map out a strategy for your IP when you aren’t sure exactly what you have—and can’t be sure where your competition is going?
 
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“TRW is able to focus... at the earliest stages of innovation because of our Thomson Scientific customized solution... It gives us the content, collaboration tools, and customization we need to effectively manage intellectual property.”
— Gary Hermanson
Senior Counsel of Intellectual Property and Licensing
TRW Automotive
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