What types of docket reports are available to patent examiners at the USPTO?
Patent examiners at the USPTO have access to various docket reports through the integrated examination tools. The MPEP outlines the following types of docket reports:
- Individual examiner new and amended docket
- Individual examiner rejected application docket
- Individual examiner new application profile
The MPEP specifically states: “Examiner dockets include the individual examiner new and amended docket which lists applications as regular, special, or expedited applications in priority order; the individual examiner rejected application docket; and the individual examiner new application profile, which lists the totals of new applications in each docket.”
Additionally, summary reports are available at various organizational levels:
- Art Unit level
- Technology Center (TC) level
- Corps level
These reports help examiners and USPTO management track workload, prioritize applications, and manage the examination process efficiently.
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