Case Study: Tokyo Electron unifies global IP operations with ANAQUA Software

Tokyo Electron Aligns Global IP Operations with ANAQUA Software

Tokyo Electron Limited (TEL), Japan's largest semiconductor production equipment manufacturer, faced challenges with its fragmented and outdated intellectual property management. Their previous system was a basic document database that lacked workflow support, forcing heavy reliance on paperwork and email. Different databases in the U.S. and Japanese offices required manual double-docketing, a time-consuming process that hindered global operational efficiency. To overcome this, they turned to Anaqua for a unified IP management solution.

Anaqua provided its software to create a single, global platform for TEL's IP operations. The solution streamlined workflows, enabled seamless collaboration across 16 international offices, and integrated with outside counsel. By eliminating double-docketing and manual processes, Anaqua helped TEL save 20% of operational hours, allowing the team to focus on higher-value strategic work. The implementation resulted in unified global systems, enhanced collaboration, and significantly improved business value and return on investment.

Tokyo Electron Limited

Yoshito Miyazaki

Administration & Trademark Leader