"In 2026, the patent profession has to figure out what all of that adoption is worth - and the people paying for it are starting to ask the same question."
"Most conversations around AI's return on investment (ROI) default to time saved. Hours shaved off a prior art search, a draft application produced in minutes instead of days."
"Building your entire AI value narrative around efficiency is a dangerous place to be, especially when clients are listening."
"The question that has replaced skepticism is harder and more consequential: How do we measure the actual value of AI?"
The patent profession has transitioned from skepticism to acceptance of AI, with 2026 marking a pivotal year for evaluating its value. Organizations have adopted AI tools, leading to significant changes in workflows. However, the focus on measuring AI's return on investment often centers on time savings, which, while important, represent only a fraction of the overall impact. The profession must explore what AI enables that was previously impossible, rather than solely quantifying efficiency gains.
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