Tag: Patent Workflow Automation

Here’s the thing. Most startup founders and engineers spend all their time building cool stuff. New tech. Better code. Smarter models. And that’s great—because that’s the fun part. But when it’s time to talk to the patent examiner? Or explain your invention in a way that sticks and gets through? That’s where things slow down.…

When you’re building something new—something the world hasn’t seen before—you’re not just solving problems. You’re also convincing people. Investors. Customers. Partners. Maybe even patent attorneys. And often, the make-or-break moment comes down to one thing: how you talk about your idea. Why Interview Scripts Matter More Than You Think It’s not just a formality Most…

Every founder knows this: getting a patent approved isn’t easy. It’s not just about having a great idea. It’s about playing the game right. And one of the biggest players in that game? The examiner. The truth is, every patent examiner at the USPTO is different. Some are tough. Some are slow. Some love details.…

You’re building something big. You’ve got code, hardware, data—real innovation. You file a patent to protect it, but then it comes back with rejections. Confusing numbers like 101, 102, or 103. Legal language you didn’t ask for. Delays you didn’t plan for. And a whole lot of frustration. What is a 101 Rejection? Understanding the…

When you’re filing a patent, one small decision can make a big difference. One of those early calls is figuring out who to talk to at the USPTO—the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Should you talk to the SPE? Or the Primary Examiner? Or both? What’s the difference between an SPE and a Primary…

You’re building something big. You’re not here to waste time, and you definitely don’t want your patent stuck in some endless loop. But then—your patent application hits a wall. Final rejection. Why this moment matters more than you think It’s not just about the patent—it’s about your timeline, traction, and team When you hit a…

If your patent application gets rejected, you’ve got two main ways forward: file a Request for Continued Examination (RCE), or go for an appeal. Both options come with different timelines, costs, and chances of success. And here’s the real deal: picking the wrong path can waste time, money, and momentum. Understanding What’s at Stake Every…

Most startup founders hear the word “patent” and think one of two things. Either it sounds too complicated, or it sounds too slow. But there’s a middle part of the patent process that’s incredibly important and not often talked about: narrowing your claims to get past the patent examiner. Understanding What Claim Narrowing Really Means…

If you’re building something new—something that could change the game—you’ve probably thought about protecting it. Patents are how you do that. But here’s the thing most people don’t realize: where your invention lands inside the patent system matters a lot. Like, a lot. The Software Patent Maze Why software patents feel harder—but don’t have to…

If you’re building something new and exciting, you probably don’t want to wait years to know whether your patent is on the right track. You want clarity, speed, and protection—fast. That’s where something called First-Action Allowance becomes important. What Is First-Action Allowance—And Why It’s Rare The truth most founders don’t hear When most startups think…