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Long Description for the Patent Applications Filed Electronically Graph


Patent Applications Filed Electronically

The following table presents the values given in the rates for patent applications filed electronically graph for the last four fiscal years.

Target and Actual Rates for Patent Applications
Filed Electronically for the Last 4 Fiscal Years
  FY 2003 FY 2004 FY 2005 FY 2006
Target 2.0% 2.0% 4.0% 10.0%
Actual 1.3% 1.5% 2.2% 14.1% Read Table Footnote 1 1 met

DATA VALIDATION AND VERIFICATION

  • Data source: PALM system.
  • Frequency: Daily input, weekly reporting.
  • Data storage: PALM and automated systems.
  • Verification: Accuracy of supporting data is controlled through internal program edits in the PALM system and cross checks against other automated systems.
  • Data Limitations: None.

1. This number is preliminary. Data is expected to be finalized by December 2006 and will be reported in the FY 2007 PAR. (back to text)

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