Go to Top
...............................................................................................
What is the difference between the desktop version of
Global IP Estimator and the online version?
The biggest difference is the environment. The desktop version is installed on, and
runs on your own computer, and does not need access to the Internet.
Global IP Estimator Online runs on our systems, and can only be used
over the Internet.
Are the results the same?
Both versions of the program use the same formulas for their
calculations. As long as the information entered is the same,
the results will also be the same.
Are the databases the same?
Both versions of the program use the same databases.
Is the pricing the same?
The desktop version of Global IP Estimator is purchased to function on an
individual computer. That computer may run as many estimates as the
user wishes.
In contrast, the online version is made to be run from any
computer connected to the Internet. The user purchases a specific
number of estimates, and runs them from any computer online.
Go to Top
· · ·
· · ·
What are the
estimates based on?
The estimates are based on Fee schedules from a
number of associates in each country. An average figure is
calculated for each category of fees in these schedules.
This average is not the strict mean or mathematical average.
Instead, it is halfway between this strict average and the
highest value, which means that estimates tend to be on the
high side of average.
How many
associates’ fee schedules are used to arrive at the
figures used in the database?
For most countries, at least 5 independent fee schedules are
used.
Can I obtain
the names of the associates whose schedules are used to
create these figures?
Unfortunately, for reasons of confidentiality we cannot
provide you the names of the associates whose fee schedules
are used.
Can I use the
fees charged by a particular associate?
You may supply overall totals to
be entered for each application type for any country.
You can also change the associates’ fees for a particular
country on a percentage basis. The amount entered will raise or lower the
estimates calculated by the program. You can specify
separate percentages for Associate’s fees, Official fees,
and translation costs.
Can I change
the costs for a particular country?
It is possible
to enter basic amounts for any country and application
type, or to adjust the fees on a percentage basis per
country. The amount entered will raise or lower the
estimates calculated by the program. You can specify
separate percentages for Associate’s fees, Official fees,
and translation costs.
Can I change
the In-House Charges and miscellaneous costs incurred by our
firm?
Each estimate contains figures for In-House Charges and
miscellaneous costs which are based on local processing
charges; you can change the charges used in these
calculations.
How many
countries are included in the system?
All but a few of the smaller countries are included
in the system, and new countries are continually being
added. There are 173 countries for patents, 195 for trademarks, and
144 for designs.
The translation
costs you show are too low/high. How do I change those
costs?
For any language, the user may specify a per-page
translation cost. This figure then replaces information
provided by the database.
You may also adjust translation costs on a percentage basis.
This can be done for individual countries, or once for all
countries. The latter capability may be used to add a
service charge.
We are a law
firm and want to add our fees and costs to the estimate. How
do we do that?
These fees and costs are called In-House charges in the
system. You can enter your firm’s actual charges, which
are then automatically used in the estimates.
Can I save the
estimates for future reference?
You can save estimates as "Scenarios." After entering data
related to an application estimate, you can save the
Scenario and revisit it later without needing to re-input
all of the data.
How often do
you update the database to incorporate changes in fees,
costs, and exchange rates?
The database is modified on the first or second business day
of each month, and incorporates the latest fees, costs and
exchange rates.
Can I convert
the estimates to different currencies?
Estimates may be converted to most currencies of
the world. You specify the desired currency, and estimates
then appear in that currency until you change the setting.
Go to Top
