**** *** ** NP NA achieved Strong progress Some progress No progress Not yet assessed/discontinued Project Outputs (Expected result) Indicators of Successful Completion (Output Indicators) Performance Data TLS (i) Establishment of a webinar service on the TISC website; (ii) Establishment of an online forum for exchanging TISC experiences and best practices; (iii) Establishment of an online helpdesk; and (iv) Integration of WIPO Academy Distances Learning Courses (DLCs) into the TISC training program. Webinar service operating 12 months after commencement of Phase II. Online forum operating 12 months after commencement of Phase II. Online helpdesk operating 12 months after commencement of Phase II. All launched TISCs to have followed at least two WIPO Academy DLCs within 20 months. A restructured TISC website was launched September 2012, with webinars and other e-learning resources added in mid-2013. eTISC was launched in November 2012. Online helpdesk services are provided by members of the Innovation and Technology Support Section through eTISC. A majority of TISCs have followed one or two DLCs. **** **** **** *** 2. Developing and promoting user/client services, particularly from a business perspective. All launched TISCs to have had at least one training focusing on business/client development within 20 months of the project. A number of TISCs have received training focusing on business/client development, with additional demand to be explored. ** 3. Continuation of initial training as for Phase I. Signing of mutually agreed Service Agreement (SLA) between each new national TISC network and WIPO; Initial training workshops continue in those countries committed to signing SLA; 8 new SLAs were signed in 2012. 14 TISCs were launched (signed SLA and 1st training) in 2012, with at least a further 5 foreseen in 2013. *** ****
69% from training statistics). Leverage the network effects emerging from the increasing number and evolving expertise of TISCs. Number of unique users of TISC knowledge management platform. Number of contributions made by users to the TISC knowledge management platform. 421 members of eTISC (as of August 2013) 359 contributions made by users to eTISC (as of August 2013) **** Promote and increase the number of eligible institutions and users accessing ARDI and ASPI. Number of ARDI institutions to increase by 50% and number of ASPI institutions to increase by 100%; number of users to increase proportionally. >100% increase in number of institutions actively participating in ARDI (from around 30 to over 70) 200% increase in the number of institutions actively participating in ASPI (from 6 to 18) **** [Annex II follows]
As the academic coordinator for Peru resigned in August, 2012, his replacement received 80 of training on specific aspects of the coordination of national IP Academies. Additional publications were provided to the INDECOPI library, according to specifications from ECPI. Tunisia: Six modules of training of trainers were developed and delivered in Tunisia. The training of trainers’ program is therefore very close and trainers will be certified soon. Trainers already started offering short-duration courses to external audiences on specific topics of IP (Copyright and Enforcement up to August 2013), for an overall public of 50 national professionals interested in acquiring or deepening their knowledge on IP matters. A trainer from the Egyptian start-up Academy undertook a mission to Tunis to train prospective distance learning trainers in tutoring and customization of distance learning courses, since both Academies share objectives of developing customized distance learning courses on IP. In order to foster aligned cooperation and medium-term self-sustainability, the project facilitated the participation of the Tunisian Academic coordinator in the Sixth symposium of the Global Network of Intellectual Property Academies (GNIPA), which took place in Tokyo this year. Also, the Académie tunisienne de la Propriété Intellectuelle hosted one module of training of academic coordinators focusing specifically on topics of the WIPO Development Agenda and on the promotion of a fair balance between IP protection and the public interest, with the participation of Tunisian academic coordinators and trainers, two Egyptian and two Ethiopian start-up academies’ coordinators. The project contributed to the establishment of the Tunisian IP Academy library by purchasing additional bibliography required by national trainers. It is worth noting that the Academie tunisienne de la Propriété Intellectuelle is already part of the WIPO Depository Library project. Examples of Success/Impact and Key Lessons Among the examples of success that could be identified during the reporting period, it is worth mentioning the following: The training of trainers on pedagogic aspects of IP teaching has added value to the of training offered by national trainers. Not only have national trainers felt much more comfortable with teaching now that they have received proper training on pedagogy, also they have been encouraged to include recent discussions on IP topics within developing countries or in a context for social and economic development, which has contributed to the overall interest of participants. Colombia, the Dominican Republic and Peru now have established national IP training institutions, with legal
in the Needs Assessment Report. Project implementation throughout cooperation period will focus on Priorities identified unless external factors lead to a re-shifting of national priorities which should be informed to WIPO in writing. So far, the project has focused on the priority actions identified by beneficiary countries. *** 4. Cooperation Agreement signed Requesting Member States that meet the basic project conditions and agree to the project timeline, conditions, methodology and expectations will enter a cooperation agreement with WIPO in the framework of this project, which will commit them to the continuation of operating a national IP training center after the expiration of the cooperation period. Completed in phase I of the project. **** Subsequent cooperation in the framework of this project is dependent on the signing of an agreement. Completed in phase I of the project. **** 5. Work plan developed Work plans on the Training of Trainers Program and on the activities envisaged within the cooperation for the establishment of local IP training centers will be prepared by the national focal point under the guidance of the ad hoc consultant on an annual basis subsequent to the signing of the cooperation agreement. National work plans have been prepared. **** 6. Core developed group of trainers trained - A minimum of five core trainers. This output has been streamlined into two main programs: Granting of scholarships to Master’s Programs and organization of ***
which forecasts the objectives and measures for self-sustainability for the two years following the end of the cooperation period. plans in the second semester of 2013. Academic coordinators and national authorities are currently ensuring allocation of budget for the activities held by national training institutions and weaving bilateral agreements for the development of training activities within the national IP Academies. 9. Capacity Building plan developed Development of a capacity building plan for the local training institution aiming to promote a balance between the public and private interests. The plan is to be developed by the trained trainers and supervised by the ad hoc consultant and should encompass the two years following the end of the cooperation period. Trainers and ad hoc consultants are currently developing the plans, which should be formally delivered during the second semester of 2013. Four national IP training institutions (Colombia, Dominican Republic, Peru and Tunisia) have started delivering training programs for external and internal audiences. *** 10. Tools and Guidelines developed The project management team will deliver a set of tools and training materials for reference as part of the project exit strategy. The set of tools and guidelines, including database of trained trainers and consultants and an online tool containing all training materials and template documents produced in the scope of the pilot phase of the project, will be developed and delivered until the end of 2013. Sensitive documentation provided by beneficiary countries, such as filled questionnaires, needs assessment reports, signed cooperation agreements, work plans and evaluation reports, will not be included in these materials. *** 11. IP Libraries established Liaising with the WIPO Depository Libraries project and purchase of bibliography necessary All six beneficiary countries are part of the WIPO Depository Libraries Project. ***
organized training programs. concluded, 67% of the partially trained coordinators have started offering training programs to external audiences. Number of Academies which have established partnerships with national institutions (such as universities, association of industry and chambers of commerce, SME support institutions and other Ministries). Colombia, Dominican Republic and Peru. *** Number of Start-Up Academies which have implemented sustainability initiatives such as fund-raising and establishment of legal structures which foresee an independent budget. Three National IP training institutions (Colombia, Dominican Republic and Peru) have established legal frameworks for functioning. Five National IP training institutions (Colombia, Dominican Republic, Egypt, Peru and Tunisia) are members of the Global Network of Intellectual Property Academies (GNIPA). *** Evaluation of curricula and training programs with a view toward the promotion of a fair balance between IP protection and public interest as well as to meet national development priorities and goals. It is understood that the independent evaluator will assess the curricula of training programs offered by national IP training institutions on the occasion of the project evaluation. NA A number of Start-Up Academies which are delivering at least two regular training programs on IP as agreed upon with beneficiary countries. 67% achieved. Four National IP Training Institutions (Colombia, Dominican Republic, Peru and Tunisia) are currently delivering regular training programs to external audiences. ***
other facilities with a view to making national institutions more efficient and promote a fair balance between IP protection and the public interest as well as to meet national development priorities and goals and to meet the increasing local demand from IP specialists, professionals, government officials and other stakeholders. Number of participants trained by programs of the Start-Up Training institution that have completed training and received certificates. Number of certificates delivered to present: Aula de Propiedad Intelectual (Colombia): 497 Academia Nacional de la Propiedad Intelectual (Dominican Republic): 27 Escuela de Competencia y de la Propiedad Intelectual (Peru): over 950 Académie Tunisienne de la Propriété Intellectuelle (Tunisia): 50 *** [Annex III follows]
Accomplishment of collective management business in a networked environment according to international standards. Networked CMOs are using business rules compatible with international standards. Achievement cannot be measured systems are deployed. NP Developing an IT platform and creating a data center. Databases in nine CMOs are uniform, accessible as a whole (online or offline) and from all networked CMOs. Idem. NP Achieving a common, cost-effective and easily affordable registration system for the identification of works and rights owners. Each networked CMO has access to international databases and can register works and interested parties accordingly. Idem. NP [Annex IV follows]
PROJECT SELF-EVALUATION Key to Traffic Light System (TLS) **** *** ** NP NA Fully achieved Strong progress Some progress No progress Not yet assessed/discontinued Project Outputs (Expected result) Indicators of Successful Completion (Output Indicators) Performance Data TLS Reached agreement among local producers/farmers communities and pertinent authorities on the potential for branding of selected products In 3 countries, two products identified in each country in connection with their unique qualities, presenting high branding potential In each country (Thailand, Panama and Uganda), three products presenting strong branding potential and unique qualities linked to their geographical origin identified. **** Beginning of consultative process on strategic choices and procedures for product branding, according to proposed guidelines In each country, written guidelines to be used by SMEs, local communities and producers’/farmers associations to design and use a product brand; consultations started with stakeholders (a) Established procedures and rules for the use, administration and management of IP rights (GI and trademarks); and (b) Standards and procedures established for product quality certification and control. In the 9 selected communities (3 in each country): consultations with stakeholders undertaken in collaboration with national/local authorities; methodology for development of IP and branding strategy tested; and procedures for IP rights’ management and for product quality certification and control developed. **** Enhanced awareness, capacities and infrastructure to enable the strategic use of IP and other marketing options for product branding; For each identified product, one series of capacity building workshops held on product branding, involving communities, IP and other pertinent authorities 2 additional capacity-building workshops conducted in Panama (Coffee initiative); A project to obtain an Appellation of Origin for Coffee from Boquete in Panama resulted in the creation of the Producers’ Organization and in ****
(SMEs) and public institutions to build product brands through the use of IP promotion; system set up to show the increased benefits and reduced costs of the branding strategy. certification mark for Mola handicrafts; In Uganda: Stakeholders groups sensitized for cotton and vanilla; creation of formal producers’ organizations still underway; In Thailand: Stakeholders groups and authorities mobilized in Bang Chao Cha and Mae Chaem; Lampoon silk obtained 3rd party certification, which facilitates branding on EU market, although the handicraft product does not qualify as GI under EU law. However, in all communities stakeholders’ structures and producers’ organizations (i.e. cooperatives, consortia) should continue to be strengthened. To train representatives of local communities, NGOs and national institutions, including IP Offices, to handle efficiently the procedures for registration and examination of trademarks and geographical indications Number of people trained in communities, IP Offices and government authorities on appropriate legal tools for protection and branding; - IP Office trained to implement procedures for GI registrations; - up to 6 filings for trademarks and/or GI registration, in connection with the products selected Since the inception of the project, at least 15 workshops were conducted in the 9 communities by the end 2012. In each workshop, participants (community members and IP authorities) were trained on operational and strategic aspects of IP protection for product branding and marketing. To date, registration of: In Panama: 2 Collective marks, 1 Appellation of Origin; 1 certification mark pending; In Uganda: 1 certification mark and 1 trademark in Uganda; and In Thailand: 1 collective mark and 1 geographical indication. *** 40
PROJECT SUMMARY Project Code DA_35_37_01 Title Intellectual Property and Socio-Economic Development Development Agenda Recommendation Recommendation 35 (Cluster D): To request WIPO to undertake, upon request of Member States, new studies to assess the economic, social and cultural impact of the use of intellectual property systems in these States. Recommendation 37 (Cluster D): Upon request and as directed by Member States, WIPO may conduct studies on the protection of intellectual property, to identify the possible links and impacts between IP and development. Project Budget Non-personnel costs: 1,341,700 Swiss francs Personnel 150,000 Swiss francs Project Start Date July 1st, 2010 (3rd quarter 2010). Project Duration 42 months Key WIPO Sectors Involved and Links to WIPO Programs Economics and Statistics Division; Development Sector; Brands and Designs Sector; Global Issue Sector and Innovation and Technology Sector. Links to WIPO Programs: 1, 2, 4, 8, 9, 10, 16 and 30. Brief Description of Project The project consists of a series of studies on the relationship between IP protection and various aspects of economic performance in developing countries. These studies seek to narrow the knowledge gap faced by policymakers in those countries in designing and implementing a development-promoting intellectual property (IP) regime. The envisaged studies would focus on three broad themes: domestic innovation, the international and national diffusion of knowledge, and institutional features of the IP system and its economic implications. Studies would be implemented by research teams involving WIPO’s Economics and Statistics Division, international experts, and local researchers. Project Manager Mr. Carsten Fink Links to Expected Results in the Program and Budget 2012/13 Expected Result V.2 Take-up of WIPO economic analysis as an input into the formulation of IP policy
Project Outputs (Expected result) Indicators of Successful Completion (Output Indicators) Performance Data TLS Delivery of 6-8 studies On-time delivery of and final reports; quality indicators: feedback from peer reviewers and local stakeholders. Two country studies completed, others close to completion ** Local workshops Number of participants, of attendance, workshop evaluation. Workshops held in most of the six countries ** Economic research symposium Number of participants, level of attendance, workshop evaluation. Not yet held NA Project Objective(s) Indicators of Success in Achieving Project Objective(s) (Outcome Indicators) Performance Data TLS Better understanding of the economic effects of IP policies and more informed decision-making. High level attendance at study workshops; references to studies in policy papers and press articles; number of citations in subsequent research work; use of databases generated in the course of this project. Too early to assess. Workshops held in most of the six countries ** [Annex VI follows]
convening of the experts meeting. This activity will aim to estimate pros and cons of existing projects and identify the lessons learned for each open collaborative initiative. California at Berkeley. The first draft will be available at CDIP/12 and the final draft will be completed by December 2013. 4. Experts Meeting Organization Meeting organized within six months from the organization of meeting with MS, the discussion will highlight the best practices in open collaborative projects for both public and private organizations; 70% positive feedback from participants on the usefulness of the meeting for exchanging experiences. The Expert Meeting will be held in the WIPO headquarters (Room A) in January 2014. The program for the meeting was finalized in September 2013. Due to the unavailability of Room A, and the large number of open innovation speakers and practitioners, the organization of the Global Open Innovation Conference was postponed twice in the past, due to the complex logistics related to such a meeting. *** 5. Interactive Platform Digital Portal functional within six months after the completion of the evaluation study; (a) Widespread and regular use of the web site and web forum by users, particularly by developing countries; (b) 55% positive feedback from users reporting usefulness of the platform (through online questionnaires). The development of the database of tools and rich content of the Interactive Platform is being conducted a team of experts from AMO. The first draft will be available at CDIP/12 and the final draft will be completed by December 2013. ** 6. Support existing activities within WIPO, which foster the exchange of experiences on open collaborative projects Discussion of resulting recommendations from the project for their incorporation into related WIPO programs after approval by Member States within three months after the entry into force of the Interactive Platform. Too to assess NA
Progress in Project Implementation The study is submitted to the twelfth session of the CDIP (CDIP/12/INF/2). Examples of Success/Impact and Key Lessons NA Risks and Mitigation NA Issues Requiring Immediate Support/Attention NA The Way Forward The study will be discussed at the twelfth session of the CDIP. Implementation Timeline The finalization of the study was delayed by five months due to the longer preparation period requested by the authors in view of the complexity of the topic. Project Implementation Rate The budget utilization rate as per end of August 2013: 0% Previous Reports The Progress Report, in document CDIP/10/2 Annex X, was submitted to the CDIP at its tenth Session held in November 2012. PROJECT SELF-EVALUATION Key to Traffic Light System (TLS) **** *** ** NP NA Fully achieved Strong progress Some progress No progress Not yet assessed/discontinued Project Outputs (Expected result) Indicators of Successful Completion (Output Indicators) Performance Data TLS Micro level study on patents and the public domain Completion of the study within the established timeframe and in compliance with the terms of reference (TORs) for presentation to the CDIP; and The study is submitted to the twelfth session of the CDIP (reference) for feedback from Member States. ***
Links to Expected Results in the Program and Budget 2012/13 Expected Result III.6: Development Agenda principles further mainstreamed into the organization’s programs and activities. Progress in Project Implementation The progress has been brought to a successful conclusion. In particular, the study mapping inventors with migratory background was completed and submitted to the 12th session of the CDIP. In addition, the envisaged experts workshop was held in April 2013. A summary of the workshop proceedings, offering a research agenda on IP, migration, and associated knowledge flows, was also submitted to the 12th session of the CDIP. Examples of Success/Impact and Key Lessons The database on inventor mobility on PCT data has drawn significant academic interest and has the potential to enable new insights into the causes and consequences of skilled migration. and Mitigation None. Issues Requiring Immediate Support/Attention None. The Way Forward Project has been completed. Implementation Timeline Project has been completed. Project Implementation Rate The budget utilization rate as per end of August 2013: 83.5% Previous Reports The first Progress Report for this Project, in document CDIP/10/2, Annex XII, was submitted to the CDIP at its tenth Session held in November 2012. . PROJECT SELF-EVALUATION Key to Traffic Light System (TLS) **** *** ** NP NA
Fully achieved Strong progress Some progress No progress Not yet assessed/discontinued Project Outputs (Expected result) Indicators of Successful Completion (Output Indicators) Performance Data TLS Report on mapping of scientist migration flows Research report published on WIPO website Mapping published through submission to CDIP **** Expert workshop Workshop conducted with positive evaluation by participants Workshop held in April 2013 **** Project Objective(s) Indicators of Success in Achieving Project Objective(s) (Outcome Indicators) Performance Data TLS Objective 1. Number of downloads and citations of research report. Too early to assess. NA Objective 2. Follow up research activities on IP and brain drain by WIPO and other institutions. Too early to assess. NA [Annex XI follows]
PROJECT SELF-EVALUATION Key to Traffic Light System (TLS) **** *** ** NP NA Fully achieved Strong progress Some progress No progress Not yet assessed/discontinued Project Outputs (Expected result) Indicators of Successful Completion (Output Indicators) Performance Data TLS 1. PLRs in defined areas of interest 6 new PLRs completed during Phase II of the project and in collaboration with at least 2 new cooperation partnerships 2 new PLRs (E-waste management with new partner UNEP; update of Ritonavir report) completed 2 new PLRs under preparation (animal genetic resources; abiotic stress adaption technologies) 2 new PLRs in planning stage (accelerator technologies with new partner CERN; medical devices) ** Improved website on PLRs with additional information facilitating dissemination 20 additional WIPO and external PLRs added on the website during Phase II 10 new reports added ** 3. Exchange of experience and best practices among IP offices and other Institutions dealing with IP (TISCs, TTOs) Organization of a regional conference/workshop on patent analytics, and participation in e.g. TISC, training events 2 Sub-regional workshops on Patent Analytics scheduled: End August 2013 in collaboration with INPI in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil December 2013 in collaboration with IPOPHL in Manila, Philippines *** 4. Draft methodology guidelines for preparation of PLRs Completed within 12 months after the launch of Phase II of the project First draft of Guidelines is completed and will be reviewed at Rio workshop ***
Project Objective(s) Indicators of Success in Achieving Project Objective(s) (Outcome Indicators) Performance Data TLS To refine standardized instruments developed during I, promote and facilitate collaboration amongst IP offices working in the field of patent analytics, and track the utility and impact of the reports. Improved access to technologies disclosed in patent publications and better knowledge of patenting trends and innovation patterns in specific of technology where PLRs will be prepared, as well as capacity building of best practices and patent search methodologies in those areas. Feedback from PLR’s users still has to be assessed. However, the dissemination of the reports has been increased through the channels created by the project (workshops, regional conferences and distance learning schemes) as well as WIPO Publications, TISCs or TTOs. ** To promote innovation and economic growth in developing and least developed countries by facilitating better informed policy discussions and decisions related to R&D, investment and technology transfer through the provision of PLRs in relevant areas. Idem PLR’s are tailor-made for specific needs of users and coordinated with the WIPO units working in the respective thematic areas. Feedback from users still needs to be assessed ** [Annex XIV follows]
Strategy for Universities and Research Institutions WIPO’s activities in support of research institutions (including universities) have intensified significantly as a result of increasing requests from Member States. Support focused on three main types of activities. Firstly, R&D institutions and universities were supported to develop institutional IP policies to facilitate IP asset management in line with their missions and mandates. Secondly, WIPO supported the creation of networks of R&D institutions with IP Hubs as a means for Member States to build cost-effective innovation infrastructure. Thirdly, WIPO provided practical and customized training programs in technology licensing, patent valuation, patent drafting, and technology management and marketing to R&D institutions and universities, upon request. Enhanced understanding of key issues concerning IP and technology management in universities and R&D institutions to support national development. Enhanced understanding of critical issues for developing IP policies and managing technology transfer in universities and R&D institutions, as well as a better understanding of university – industry collaborations with regard to technology transfer. Strengthened capacity and skills of participants in various events to manage IP assets and technology transaction contracts to protect commercial interests. In addition to the activities contained in the IP-TAD, for more information about the achievements related to this recommendation please refer to the Program Performance Report for 2012 (document A/51/5 Add.), in particular Programs 1, 9, 10, and 11. Strategy for Supporting the Development of National IP Strategies Support in integrating IP strategies into national economic development planning. This involved the development of practical tools that stress the importance of national choices in the development and implementation of IP strategies. The needs of SMEs and institutions dealing with scientific research and cultural industries were taken into account while developing such national IP strategies. A set of practical tools for the formulation of national IP strategies and plans were developed. A number of Member States benefited from WIPO’s assistance regarding their processes of conducting national IP assessments/audits or/and in the formulation of national IP strategies. In addition to the activities contained in the IP-TAD, for more information about the achievements related to this recommendation please refer to the Program Performance Report for 2012 (Document A/51/5 Add.), in particular Programs 9 and 10.