About
CPA Global, operating under the Clarivate umbrella, is an enterprise-grade intellectual property platform designed to transform how organizations create, manage, and protect their IP assets. The platform brings together a wide range of products spanning patent intelligence, trademark solutions, IP management software, litigation data, and administrative patent services. On the patent side, Derwent Patent Search delivers trusted prior art search results backed by world-class data, while Derwent Patent Analytics and the Derwent World Patents Index (DWPI) offer deep analytical insights. Data feeds and APIs allow organizations to integrate Clarivate patent data directly into their own systems. For trademark professionals, CompuMark Trademark Solutions covers the entire lifecycle—from initial clearance searches and visual trademark search via DesignVision to ongoing trademark watch services and analytics powered by Darts-ip case law. Litigation intelligence from Darts-ip provides indexed, searchable global IP case law across patents, trademarks, designs, copyrights, and domain names. IP management software options—including IPfolio for corporates and FoundationIP or Inprotech for law firms—streamline portfolio tracking, docketing, annuity management, and prosecution workflows. Expert patent services (annuity management, recordals, translations, IDS management, and paralegal support) further reduce operational burden. Clarivate IP is best suited for large corporations with active IP portfolios, IP law firms handling high-volume prosecution and prosecution support, and research institutions requiring robust patent landscape analysis.
Key Features
- Derwent Patent Intelligence: World-class patent search and analytics powered by the Derwent World Patents Index (DWPI), offering prior art search, patent monitoring, chemical and sequence search, and data feeds via API.
- CompuMark Trademark Solutions: Full-lifecycle trademark management including clearance search, visual trademark search (DesignVision), global trademark watch, analytics, and maintenance services for both law firms and corporations.
- IP Management Software: Cloud-based portfolio management platforms (IPfolio for corporates; FoundationIP, Inprotech, Patrawin for law firms) for docketing, prosecution tracking, annuities, and collaboration.
- Litigation Intelligence (Darts-ip): Searchable global IP case law database covering patents, trademarks, designs, copyrights, and domain names to support litigation strategy and IP decisions.
- Expert Patent Services: Managed patent administrative services including annuity payment, recordals, translations, IDS reference management, filing support, and paralegal assistance to reduce operational overhead.
Use Cases
- Corporate IP teams managing large global patent portfolios across multiple jurisdictions using cloud-based IP management software and annuity payment services.
- IP law firms conducting patent prosecution, docketing, and client portfolio management using FoundationIP or Inprotech integrated with Derwent patent data.
- R&D and innovation teams performing freedom-to-operate searches, prior art analysis, and technology landscaping using Derwent Patent Search and Patent Analytics.
- Brand owners and trademark attorneys running clearance searches, monitoring for conflicting marks worldwide, and managing trademark renewals using CompuMark solutions.
- IP litigation teams and in-house counsel researching global patent and trademark case law via Darts-ip to inform litigation strategy and licensing negotiations.
Pros
- Comprehensive IP Coverage: A single vendor covering patents, trademarks, designs, copyrights, and litigation intelligence across the entire IP lifecycle reduces the need for multiple point solutions.
- Rich Data & API Access: Derwent data feeds and APIs (DWPI, DCPI, GENESEQ) allow organizations to integrate world-class patent data directly into internal systems and custom analytics workflows.
- Flexible Software for All Team Sizes: Separate product lines tailored to corporate IP teams and law firms of all sizes ensure the platform scales from boutique firms to global enterprises.
- Expert-Backed Managed Services: Outsourced patent and trademark administrative services provide flexibility and risk reduction without the need to expand in-house headcount.
Cons
- Enterprise-Only Pricing: Products are priced for large corporations and law firms; no self-service or SMB-friendly pricing is publicly available, making it inaccessible for smaller organizations or individual inventors.
- Broad Product Portfolio Can Be Overwhelming: The large number of products and sub-brands (Derwent, CompuMark, Darts-ip, IPfolio, FoundationIP, etc.) can make it difficult for new customers to identify the right combination of tools.
- Implementation Complexity: Enterprise IP management software typically requires significant onboarding, configuration, and training investment before teams can realize full value.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPA Global and how does it relate to Clarivate?
CPA Global was a leading IP management and technology company that was acquired by Clarivate in 2020. Its products and services are now offered under the Clarivate Intellectual Property brand, combining CPA Global's IP management software and services with Clarivate's Derwent, CompuMark, and Darts-ip data assets.
Which IP management software is right for my organization?
Clarivate offers separate platforms for different audiences. Corporate IP teams typically use IPfolio, Unycom, or Memotech, while law firms can choose from FoundationIP, Inprotech, or Patrawin. The right choice depends on team size, workflow requirements, and integration needs—Clarivate provides consultancy to guide selection.
Can I access Clarivate patent data via API?
Yes. Clarivate offers patent data feeds and APIs including the Derwent World Patents Index (DWPI), Derwent Chemical Patents Index (DCPI), and GENESEQ, allowing organizations to integrate structured patent data into custom systems, analytics platforms, and internal tools.
What trademark search tools are available?
CompuMark offers a range of trademark search tools including traditional text-based trademark search, DesignVision for visual/image-based trademark search, Brand Landscape Analyzer for market-level insights, and RiskMark for risk-scored clearance screening.
Does Clarivate offer outsourced patent administration services?
Yes. Clarivate Patent Services provides fully managed patent administrative support including annuity payment, IP recordals, patent translations, IDS reference management, docketing, filing and prosecution support, and paralegal assistance—enabling IP teams to scale without adding headcount.
