Toward ethical intellectual property governance: A web-based solution for XYZ company in the oil and gas industry
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https://doi.org/10.15282/jgi.8.1.2025.11957Keywords:
Web-based System, Intellectual Property, Data ManagementAbstract
This research paper presents a web-based intellectual property management system exclusively for a mid-sized Malaysian oil and gas company. The oil and gas industry is a powerful engine of the global economy but, for some reason, it lags behind in properly managing intellectual property (IP). The majority of companies, such as XYZ, still rely on outdated tools such as Excel spreadsheets, which leads to issues with data access, tracking, and visualization. This inefficiency affects strategic planning and decision-making. This study resolves these concerns by suggesting an Intellectual Property Management System based on the web that has been created with WordPress, a free and versatile open-source content management system. The system will keep IP records centralized, access easier, and include a standard rubric for assessing and classifying IP assets. The main objectives of the study are to identify the current challenges in IP management in XYZ company, develop a user-friendly, centralized electronic system, and propose a systematic rubric that supports IP evaluation via effective data visualization. Data was collected through semi-structured employee interviews at XYZ to determine current pain points and system requirements. The findings show a centralized web-based solution significantly improves operational efficiency, visibility, and collaboration among stakeholders. In conclusion, this study presents a feasible and practical solution for IP management modernization for the oil and gas sector. Future research can further extend the system to other sectors or add advanced features such as automation and predictive analytics.
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