Universal Technology Taxonomy

ACCESS THE CIPHER UNIVERSAL TECHNOLOGY TAXONOMY

The first taxonomy to provide a consistent and objective analysis of patented technologies owned by all companies globally.

Harnessing the latest in machine learning, the Cipher Universal Technology Taxonomy (UTT) provides a fast and effective way to understand global technology trends and to compare the innovation profile of companies, competitors and technology landscapes.

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The Cipher Universal Technology Taxonomy (UTT) is organised by reference to Technology Superclasses (10) and Subclasses (122). The taxonomy was designed to ensure that the 45m+ active patents and applications globally are equally represented.

View all patented technologies by:

  • Single organisation or by group of companies
  • Technology trends either globally or nationally

Including patent intelligence relating to:

  • Size, geography, activity
  • Quality, CAGR or cost
  • Risk, both from operating companies and NPEs

To learn more about UTT and the strategic insights it offers, please get in touch directly.

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