Focus on innovation

We take care of the information

The architects of innovation

SCBT-CENTREDOC is a Swiss cooperative specialising in technology and business intelligence. We help our members and clients make faster and more confident innovation decisions through reliable strategic insights, specialised tools and the expertise of our analysts.

Over 60 years of experience

in patent and technology information

A 360° view of the information

(patents, market, scientific publications, the web, the media, etc.)

Services & the RAPID Platform

integrated for enhanced technological intelligence

Our services

Support throughout the key stages of innovation

As true architects of innovation, we can get involved at one or more stages, depending on your needs, to bring your ideas to life together.

Draw up a plan

We produce a mapping based on patents, scientific publications and market data. This gives you a clear picture of the situation, your starting position and the opportunities available to you.

Identify technology building blocks

We identify the technologies, solutions and licences that can power your project. You save time and avoid wasting money on dead ends.

Identify and contact partners

We identify the key players: patent holders, start-ups, research laboratories, suppliers and potential customers. You stay in the background whilst we contact them, and you decide who you want to get in touch with.

Check that the way is clear

We analyse the freedom to operate, novelty and patentability of your ideas. You can minimise intellectual property risks before committing resources and verify the strength of your case.

Keep an eye on the situation throughout your project

We set up a targeted monitoring service (covering patents, scientific research, markets and the media) and provide you with regular updates. You can anticipate your competitors’ moves and continuously adjust your roadmap.

RAPID – Your information and collaboration portal

RAPID supports our research, monitoring and advisory services. It is your AI-powered knowledge base: private, secure and hosted on our servers in Switzerland.
Customer testimonials
« We are delighted with our long-standing partnership with SCBT-CENTREDOC. Their highly skilled staff are always there for their clients. This personal support is a rare commodity in a world dominated by digitalisation. »
Marie Kraus
Head of Legal - Scott Sports SA
« CENTREDOC has been our partner for around 15 years. I can clearly see how they have developed over that time, as well as their motivation and determination to improve. And I particularly appreciate the excellent rapport we have built up over the years, which helps to strengthen our partnership. »​
Nathalie Badot Girard
Lead Coord IP - Audemars Piguet
« I am honoured to work with the patent analysts at SCBT-CENTREDOC, not only for their technical expertise, but also for their ability to turn challenges into opportunities and consistently deliver outstanding results with speed and proactivity. »
Bénédict Mohr
VP Global IP – Ferring

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hire SCBT-Centredoc for a one-off project?

Although SCBT-CENTREDOC favours long-term partnerships, you are more than welcome to call on us for a one-off project.

How do you ensure the quality and reliability of the information provided?

We use commercial databases to verify the information we process. These reliable sources are supplemented by verification processes that enable us to guarantee the reliability of our results.

Which sectors can benefit from your services?

Our specialists hold advanced qualifications in a range of interdisciplinary fields, enabling us to serve a wide variety of industries. Our key technological areas are: materials science, microtechnology, electronics, mechanical engineering, watchmaking, chemistry and life sciences.

How can I request a demonstration of your services?

The best way to find out about our services is to entrust us with a pilot project. This will give you an insight into how we work and allow you to assess the value we can bring to your business.

What types of deliverables do you provide?

Our services are delivered in the form of analysed, ready-to-use information. Whether in written form or as a briefing, we tailor our approach to your needs to save you time when processing strategic information.

Contact us

We look forward to working with you!​

Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8.00 am to 5.00 pm