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USPTO Roundtable on Electronic Communication

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The USPTO will host a roundtable discussion on the Trademark Operation’s goal of decreasing the use of paper.The roundtable will be held Dec. 3 from 1 - 3 p.m at the USPTO Alexandria, Virginia campus.  The event will also be webcast.
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Patent Public Advisory Committee Meets on December 2

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A meeting of the Patent Public Advisory Committee will be held on Thursday, December 2.  The public may participate from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. by phone.
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USPTO to Launch Online Customer Satisfaction Survey

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The USPTO will launch a customer satisfaction survey regarding uspto.gov Dec.7. The survey will help the agency collect feedback on the site’s content, functionality, visual appeal and other aspects. 

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Change to Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) Payment Method

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To comply with federal security requirements, the USPTO will implement a change on December 19, 2010 affecting how you make EFT payments or modify your EFT account. Customers with an existing EFT account will receive an e-mail at the address associated with the account when paying with or modifying their EFT account.
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USPTO 2010 Performance and Accountability Report Available

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The USPTO's performance and accountability report is now available on our web site.
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New “dashboard” provides current metrics for patent pendency, quality and more.  Director Kappos explains the dashboard in his blog.

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“Director’s Forum” BlogUnder Secretary Kappos

The “Director’s Forum” Blog offers an opportunity for the USPTO’s stakeholders and the general public to interact with USPTO Director David Kappos.

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USPTO 2010-2015 Strategic Plan Now AvailableExterior of the Madison building at the USPTO Alexandria, VA. campus.
The USPTO Strategic Plan for fiscal years (FY) 2010-2015 sets forth the agency’s mission-focused goals, as well as the proposed objectives to meet those goals. The plan is designed to strengthen the capacity of the USPTO, improve the quality of issued patents and registered trademarks, and shorten the time it takes to get a patent.
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Last Modified: 12/1/2010 3:37:48 PM