Intellectual Property Certification

Intellectual property certification is a conformity assessment activity conducted by third-party organizations to verify that an enterprise or organization's intellectual property management system, service capabilities, or products comply with specific standards. Its core objectives are to standardize management, enhance value, and mitigate risks.

I. Core Categories of Certification
Currently, mainstream intellectual property certifications in China are primarily divided into two major categories, covering different application scenarios.
Intellectual Property Management System Certification
Standard Reference: GB/T 29490-2013 "Intellectual Property Management System for Enterprises."
Core Objective: To help enterprises establish a comprehensive intellectual property management process, controlling intellectual property risks across all stages from research and development to production and sales.
Target Audience: Various enterprises, particularly technology-based and innovative companies, or those with financing, IPO, or government project application needs.
Intellectual Property Service Certification
Standard Reference: GB/T 34955-2017 "Intellectual Property Services—Specifications" and related standards.
Core Objective: To evaluate the service quality and professional capabilities of intellectual property service institutions (such as agencies, law firms, and consulting companies).
Target Audience: Institutions providing services such as patent agency, trademark agency, intellectual property litigation, and operations.
II. Core Value of Certification
Enterprises or institutions undertaking intellectual property certification can primarily gain value in three key areas.
Internal Management Efficiency Improvement: Clarifies intellectual property responsibilities across departments, reduces R&D infringement risks, and prevents loss of achievements.
External Trust and Endorsement: Certification serves as "proof" of an enterprise's innovation capabilities and service quality, facilitating tendering, business cooperation, and market competitiveness.
Access to Policy Support: Many local governments offer financial subsidies, tax incentives, or priority recommendations for government projects to certified enterprises.