With the explosion of available data and the acceleration of innovation processes, companies are investing in advanced solutions to remain competitive and protect their creations.
Intellectual property (IP) is at the heart of this dynamic: it allows companies to secure their know-how and exploit their innovations with complete peace of mind.
This is where TKM, with its software platform and its "Data Lake" (a database covering patents worldwide), makes the difference. Thanks to its dual expertise in science and the exploitation of scientific literature, TKM puts artificial intelligence (AI) at the service of your strategies.
Far beyond traditional monitoring approaches, TKM positions itself as a strategic partner that facilitates your decision-making by providing you with targeted and precise information (ahead of your freedoms to operate, prior art searches, non-patent literature, overview, etc.).
TKM's scientific and technical expertise: a unique synergy
Scientific and information technology expertise
Founded in 2004, TKM's mission is to support companies in theirinnovation by relying on rigorous analysis and use of scientific and technical literature. This involves continuously feeding technological and scientific monitoring processes to detect trends and weak signals, as well as providing customized services for exploiting patent literature, particularly to inform R&D and IP decisions.
Conduct a comprehensive review on a topic in just a few hours , find documents that predate a blocking patent, detect a competitor's change in tactics , or even provide your R&D teams with relevant, sorted, and classified information thanks to precision AI—far from being just marketing hype, it truly saves you valuable time . These are just a few examples of what TKM can do for you.
This expertise is the result of many years of research and development (R&D) in the fields of semantic analysis and the analysis of massive and heterogeneous data.
TKM Platform: AI at the heart of IP
At the heart of our offering: TKM Platform, a platform that allows you to aggregate and analyze millions of data points from patent databases, scientific articles, theses, and also global collaborative projects.
Over the years, and starting in 2018, our software began using machine learning algorithms to sort and filter data according to each user's needs, offering significantly greater accuracy than traditional monitoring methods and generic AI, which is inherently less precise. The visualization allow users to quickly access strategic information to develop their R&D work and IP strategy.
TKM solutions to optimize companies' IP strategy
Mapping and anticipating the technological landscape
Mapping and anticipating the technological landscapeOne of the strengths of TKM Platform lies in its ability to detect weak signals, enabling companies toanticipate changes in their sector.
For example, an R&D department, by having the right information on emerging technologies, can assess their integration potential, identify academic partners or startups, or potential competitors.
TKM offers flexible solutions for a comprehensive overview of patents filed in their sector, enabling them to identify areas requiring monitoring and to protect their innovations. TKM's strength also lies in its global approach to information sources.
A competitor identified in a European project may indicate the need to expedite patent filings if your company is also interested in these R&D areas. Prior art can sometimes hinge on a matter of days or weeks… we at TKM understand this well, which is why, in addition to our tools, we offer customized and highly responsive services.
Identify and assess patent risks
Identify and assess patent risksFor IP departments, detecting blocking patents and reacting in a timely manner to the office can make all the difference.
It may also be helpful to clarify R&D processes to avoid a problematic title. This is what we call enhanced R&D creativity. Whether by offering a simplified interpretation of patents (means tree) or by supporting a collective intelligence approach (TRIZ, CK, or CPS), the TKM teams are experts in these processes and can provide valuable support.
For an SME, detecting the risks ofcostly infringements and avoiding unwittingly becoming a counterfeiter is a vital activity, yet often underutilized, particularly by companies that choose not to systematically file trademark applications. Filing can indeed reduce this risk, if only through the prior art searches it necessitates.
TKM enables these advanced analyses in order toidentify patents that may hinder the freedom to operate for its clients.
Furthermore, the TKM platform offers the ability to search "non-patent literature" to find prior publications that could be used to challenge the validity of competing patents. This approach secures and concretely supports companies' IP strategies and gives them optimal control over their areas of innovation.
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A valuable time saver for decision-makers
A valuable time saver for decision-makersThe TKM platform is designed to meet the needs of decision-makers by providing them with ready-to-use information and clear data visualization. IP departments, such as R&D managers, can then focus on their strategic objectives while delegating the collection, sorting, filtering, and analysis of data.
With a synthetic overview and data visualization tools, it becomes possible to make decisions based on reliable data, while optimizing the time needed to access information.
TKM Platform: a flexible solution for all types of businesses
Offers adapted to varied needs
TKM offers several modules within its platform to meet the needs of large corporations, SMEs, and startups. The solution is available as a SaaS license, allowing users direct access to their private and secure workspace and enabling them to conduct their analyses independently.
Companies lacking the skills or internal resources to fully utilize the tool can opt for a hybrid solution, where TKM assists them in building or regularly updating a document repository to support their competitive intelligence. This hybrid model, particularly appreciated by demanding clients, combines flexibility with human support .
If the goal is also to provide qualified information to teams via a simplified tool, that's also possible. offers "Watches" module The platform's : an alternative and secure tool for accessing monitoring results for a wider audience (Marketing, R&D, Process, Purchasing, etc.).
IZINOV: an alternative for SMEs
To meet the specific needs of SMEs (time and budget), TKM has developed IZINOV, a fast and economical solution designed to facilitate technological and competitive intelligence. IZINOV allows small businesses to access high-quality data and conduct IP searches at a lower cost.
In less than 10 days and 2 hours of your time you will have a complete overview on a topic of your choice.
This offer reflects TKM's commitment to making its solutions accessible, regardless of a company's resources. IZINOV is particularly relevant for SMEs looking to assess their competitive environment or identify new markets for their innovations.
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Human support at the service of technology
A partnership that makes a difference
The support offered by TKM is not limited to the use of software. Its expert analysts also advise companies on the best strategy to leverage the results of the TKM monitoring and analysis platform.
They help in particular to identify market trends, optimize technology investments and create new opportunities for collaboration with academic partners, startups or potential clients.
Personalization, an asset for users
In a context where speed and accuracy are essential, TKM adapts its tools to the specific needs of each company. This customized approach makes TKM a trusted partner , capable of delivering high-value solutions and generating actionable insights. By developing secure and precise artificial intelligence at the service of humanity, users can maximize their innovation potential and optimize their strategic positioning .
With its platform, TKM makes artificial intelligence a powerful and accessible tool for IP. By combining in-depth expertise in scientific and technological data with flexible software solutions, TKM offers an IP intelligence model that goes beyond simple monitoring.
This allows companies to focus on what matters most: innovating, growing, and securing their competitiveness in the global market. Want to learn more? Request a demonstration.