The world of intellectual property has changed considerably during the last 30 years as a result of globalization and the inception of the Internet and digital era. Now, more than ever, in this constantly changing, fast-paced environment, patent and trademark professionals need complete, reliable and up-to-date information on the local IP practice for countries throughout the world in order to protect their IP assets globally. To satisfy that need, Oxford University Press and Equerion Information Services have partnered to publish the World Manual on Utility Models, IndustrialModels, and Designs. Updated and reissued annually in 3 convenient paperback volumes, this work work includes the practice, proceedings, and application handling for models and designs in more than 200 jurisdictions. The information is collected from official trademark and patent offices, >This product is updated and published yearly. World Manual on Patents and World Manual on Trademarks are also available.