### Company Overview & Leadership
Global Patent Solutions (GPS) operates as an end-to-end Intellectual Property (IP) consulting firm [2], providing expert research and consulting services to companies, law firms, universities, and government agencies [2]. Founded in Scottsdale, Arizona, in 2005 [5], GPS leverages experiences gained from the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) [5]. The firm supports clients utilizing patents to create business momentum and introduce new technology [6], offering assistance across R&D, Prosecution, Litigation activities, and IP Portfolio and Business Strategy [6]. GPS currently works with over 600 commercial organizations around the world [7].
GPS provides support throughout the IP lifecycle, guiding decisions through Research, which assists with Portfolio Strategy, Patent Prosecution, Litigation, Licensing, and Patent Valuation [2]. The firm structures its services around five key domains: Research, Analyze/Strategize, Build, Defend, and Monetize [6].
Core competencies and specialized offerings include: * Technical and invention research, IP analysis and consulting, classification and reclassification into taxonomies, and advanced software development [7]. * M&A Due Diligence Support and assistance in "Packaging" IP Strategy for senior management, business leaders, and investors [6]. * Technology & Market Landscapes Research Reports, including State-of-the-Art analysis, Whitespace Identification, Trend identification, and Competitor Landscape Research Reports [10]. * Professional Scientific and Engineering Research and Analysis Services, including Patent Cooperation Treaty Application (PCT) search, examination, and written opinions [7].
The company is headquartered at 3377 S. Price Rd. Chandler, AZ 85248 [8]. The leadership team includes David Odland, CEO, and Kathryn Odland, President [8].
### Federal Market & Contracts
Global Patent Solutions LLC (GPS) maintains a significant presence within the federal intellectual property sector, primarily serving the United States Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) [1]. The firm has provided research and administrative support services to numerous government agencies for over a decade [2] and offers cost-effective support for achieving research and commercialization goals, including assistance for SBIR/STTR participants and those receiving backing through Technical and Business Assistance (TABA) Funding [[LINK:globalpatentsolutions.com/government/][9], [LINK:https://www.globalpatentsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/1-Page-GPS-Capability-Statement-2024.pdf][1]].
GPS executes several high-value, long-running engagements demonstrating extensive experience in contract administration, workflow control, quality assurance, and business management [1]. Core areas of federal focus include Professional Scientific and Engineering Research and Analysis Services, Patent Search, Trademark Search, Examination and Classification Services, and Trademark Fraud Investigation [1].
Key contract performance and vehicles include: * **Major Contracts:** * Search and Examination for Patent Cooperation Treaty Applications (Contract DOC50PAPT1200043): Active since January 2012, valued at $\Phi200,000,000$ [1]. * CPC Re-classification Services (Contract DOC50PAPT1700018) for the USPTO: Running from March 2017 through February 2027, valued at $\Phi39,200,000$ [10]. * TMFLEX Non-Examination Services BPA (1333BJ21A00130001): Active from September 2021 to September 2026, valued at $\Phi30,000,000$ [10]. * **Contract Vehicles:** * GSA Schedule Contract #47QRAA20D006D, covering MAS 541611 (Management and Financial Consulting) and MAS 511210 (Software Licenses) [[LINK:https://www.globalpatentsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/1-Page-GPS-Capability-Statement-2024.pdf][7], [LINK:https://globalpatentsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/1-Page-GPS-Capability-Statement-2024.pdf][10]]. * **Identifiers & Codes:** * D-U-N-S Number 048841958 and SAM UEI KEB7W9P77C43 [[LINK:globalpatentsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/1-Page-GPS-Capability-Statement-2024.pdf][8], [LINK:https://www.globalpatentsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/1-Page-GPS-Capability-Statement-2024.pdf][1]]. * NAICS Codes utilized include 541990, 541199, and 541690 [[LINK:https://globalpatentsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/1-Page-GPS-Capability-Statement-2024.pdf][10], [LINK:https://www.globalpatentsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/1-Page-GPS-Capability-Statement-2024.pdf][1]].
### Certifications & Socioeconomic
Global Patent Solutions LLC (GPS) is designated as a Woman-Owned Small Business [[LINK:https://www.globalpatentsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/1-Page-GPS-Capability-Statement-2024.pdf][1], [LINK:https://www.globalpatentsolutions.com/][4]]. The firm maintains a robust security posture and compliance framework necessary to support government agencies in achieving their research and commercialization goals [4].
This compliance is evidenced by: * Utilization of a NIST-certified operating environment hosted within Amazon Web Services (AWS) [1]. * A current Authority-to-Operate (ATO), which the USPTO, under the Department of Commerce, recertifies annually [1].
GPS leverages a highly specialized workforce, including more than 70 Engineers and Scientists, many possessing PhDs, Master’s Degrees, Patent Agents, and experience as former Patent Examiners with expertise across all USPTO patentable technology areas [[LINK:https://www.globalpatentsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/1-Page-GPS-Capability-Statement-2024.pdf][7], [LINK:https://www.globalpatentsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/1-Page-GPS-Capability-Statement-2024.pdf][1]]. While the firm employs patent and trademark attorneys, it does not function as a law firm [1].
The team provides support across complex technical fields, including: * Artificial Intelligence, Network Security, Cryptography, and Optical Communications [5]. * Oil Field Technology, covering areas such as Telemetry, Drilling Fluid & Additives, and Directional Drilling [7]. * Healthcare & Medical Devices, Computer Architecture, Semiconductor Manufacturing, and Green Technologies [[LINK:https://www.globalpatentsolutions.com/][4], [LINK:https://globalpatentsolutions.com/who-we-are/][5]].
### Recent News & Recognition
Global Patent Solutions (GPS) actively addresses contemporary intellectual property (IP) challenges, including those faced by IP law firms (July 2023) [9] and