Beijing Guozhihe Innovation & Intellectual Property Academy

What Beijing Guozhihe Innovation & Intellectual Property Academy does

Beijing Guozhihe Innovation & Intellectual Property Academy (北京国之合创新与知识产权研究院) is a Beijing-based non-profit research institute founded in 2020, operating under the supervisory guidance of the Beijing Municipal Intellectual Property Office. It serves as the Chinese operational entity of the IMSPP (Innovation Management Standardization Partnership Program), an ISO/TC 279-filed international platform dedicated to implementing the ISO 56000 series of innovation management standards. The organization's principal activities are ISO 56005 and ISO 56001 third-party grading evaluations across a five-level maturity model (Initial, Process, Project, System, Ecological), professional talent certification (Innovation Manager credential), simulation-based executive training, and academic research programs with annual grants of 8,000–12,000 EUR per project.

The technology stack centers on three digital platforms: the Innovation and IP Management Capability Grading Evaluation System (grading.imspp.org.cn), the Training Learning System (training.imspp.org.cn), and the Innovation Management Standards Implementation Learning System (int.ipmsstudy.org.cn). These enable self-serve standard learning, online application for grading evaluation, certificate issuance, and continuous professional development. Distribution is augmented by a network of 110 approved quality improvement coaching institutions, authorized third-party certification bodies (中规, 中知, 方圆), and academic partners including Tsinghua University's Technology Innovation Research Center and Zhejiang University School of Management. International reach extends to Stockholm and Paris through partnerships with ISO/TC 279-registered European consulting firms (Amplify, Innovation Way).

Revenue is generated through three primary streams: grading evaluation service fees, paid training and certification programs (with some free and freemium offerings), and academic research sponsorship. Demand is structurally supported by the April 2023 joint pilot notice from CNIPA and MIIT, which designated national IP advantage/demonstration enterprises and specialized "little giant" SMEs as priority implementers of ISO 56005. Customer base spans approximately 2,000 enterprises across 29 provinces, 135 cities, and 53 industries, including named logos such as Sinopec Research Institute, COMAC, Mindray, Yili, Mengniu, Sungrow, and Chint Electronics.

Name

Beijing Guozhihe Innovation & Intellectual Property Academy

Legal name

Beijing Guo Zhi He Innovation and Intellectual Property Academy

Website

https://imspp.org.cn

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Beijing Guozhihe Innovation & Intellectual Property Academy is a Beijing-based non-profit that operates the IMSPP platform for ISO 56005 and ISO 56001 innovation management standards, providing five-level grading evaluations, professional certification, and training to enterprises and government-designated organizations across China.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Standards Certification & Training Services

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (61143), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management (8700)

akta.pro primary industry

Digital Assessment Platforms & Computer-Based Testing Authorities (EDADAFAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Project, Process & Quality Certification Prep (PMP, PRINCE2, Lean Six Sigma, ITIL) (EDANAIAE), Digital Literacy, ICT & Computer Science Standards Authorities (EDADAEAK)

Keywords

• Innovation management standards
• ISO 56005 certification
• Intellectual property management
• Grading evaluation services
• Innovation capability assessment

Headquarters

HQ city

Beijing

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Grading Evaluation Services: Charges for ISO 56005 and ISO 56001 grading evaluation services provided through the grading evaluation systems. Enterprises voluntarily apply for certification grading. The organization works with third-party certification bodies (中规, 中知, etc.) to conduct evaluations.
2. Training and Certification Programs: Revenue from Innovation Manager training courses and certification examinations. Programs include online courses (some free, some paid), simulation training camps, and executive training in partnership with Tsinghua University.
3. Academic Research Fund: The organization operates open research funding programs (8000-12000 EUR per project) and learning course sponsorship programs for developing countries, supported by partner contributions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Beijing Guozhihe Innovation & Intellectual Property Academy operates as the Chinese operational arm of IMSPP (Innovation Management Standardization Partnership Program), providing ISO 56005 and ISO 56001 third-party grading evaluation services across five capability levels (Initial, Process, Project, System, Ecological). The organization also delivers certified training programs, including the Innovation Manager (创新管理师) certification, simulation-based training camps, and executive training in partnership with Tsinghua University, supported by dedicated online learning and grading evaluation platforms.

Product overview

Beijing Guozhihe Innovation & Intellectual Property Academy operates as the Chinese operational arm of IMSPP (Innovation Management Standardization Partnership Program), offering a comprehensive portfolio of innovation management standards implementation services. The core offerings include ISO 56005 and ISO 56001 third-party grading evaluation services with five-level certification (Initial, Process, Project, System, Ecosystem), complemented by professional talent development programs (创新管理师 certification, 创新管理模拟实训营, and executive training with Tsinghua University). The Academy also provides an online learning platform for standards implementation, supports academic research with annual grants, and facilitates international exchange programs. The service ecosystem covers standards learning systems, grading evaluation platforms, training programs, and academic collaboration initiatives.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ISO 56005 Innovation and Intellectual Property Management Capability Grading Evaluation Third-party grading evaluation service for ISO 56005 (Innovation Management — Intellectual Property Management Guidance) international standard, assessing organizational innovation and intellectual property management capabilities across five levels from Initial to Ecosystem Level. Aimed at Chinese enterprises seeking internationally recognized innovation management certification.
• ISO 56001 Innovation Management System Grading Evaluation

Quantifiable outcome

• As of June 2026, 1584 enterprises have applied for evaluation with 1392 receiving certificates; evaluation coverage spans 29 provinces, 135 cities, and 53 industries
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ISO (International Organization for Standardization)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020ISO is the global standards body that develops and publishes the ISO 56000 series of innovation management international standards. IMSPP operates as an internationally filed program under ISO/TC 279 (Innovation Management Technical Committee). The organization's grading evaluation project is officially filed with ISO/TC 279. ISO 56005 was initiated by China and is administered through ISO/TC 279.
• Innovation WaycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInnovation Way is a French innovation management consulting company originating from a University of Lorraine laboratory. Its founder and CEO, Johan Claire, is the current chairman of ISO/TC 279 and co-developer of ISO 56002 and ISO 56003 standards. Innovation Way designed and developed the Innovation Management Simulation Training program, which is licensed to IMSPP. The company has offices in Paris and Stockholm.
• AmplifycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAmplify is a Swedish innovation management consulting firm. Its partner and founder Magnus Karlsson is an ISO/TC 279 registered expert and lead drafter of ISO 56002. Amplify serves as a GTM and implementation partner for IMSPP in the European market. The company has offices in Stockholm and Beijing.
• Tsinghua University Technology Innovation Research CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTsinghua University's Technology Innovation Research Center, established in 2000, is one of China's earliest academic institutions for technology innovation research. It serves as the academic advisor for IMSPP and co-organizes the annual World-Class Enterprise R&D and Innovation Management Forum. Prof. Jin Chen (陈劲) serves as the center's director and is an ISO/TC 279 registered expert.
• Zhejiang University School of ManagementcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerZhejiang University School of Management, reorganized in 1999 with double first-class discipline status, is a key academic partner for IMSPP. Prof. Can Huang (黄灿) serves as deputy dean and is an ISO/TC 279 registered expert and SAC/TC554 committee member. The university co-organizes the IMSPP Scholars and Research Program.
• Deike China (德勤中国/Deloitte China)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDeike China co-organized the 2026 Yanqi Lake Innovation Conference and the 8th World-Class Enterprise R&D and Innovation Management Forum as the venue host (Deike Academy).
• National Knowledge Management Standardization Technical Committee (SAC/TC554)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSAC/TC554 is China's national mirror committee for ISO/TC 279. The committee provides guidance for ISO 56000 standard promotion and implementation in China. IMSPP's programs align with and are supported by this committee.
• National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCNIPA, jointly with MIIT, issued the Notice on Organizing the Pilot Implementation of Innovation Management IP International Standards in April 2023. The organization operates under CNIPA's regulatory guidance and promotes ISO 56005 implementation on behalf of the national government.
• Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMIIT, jointly with CNIPA, issued the pilot implementation notice for ISO 56005 in April 2023. MIIT promotes ISO 56005 implementation among industrial enterprises, especially specialized 'little giant' SMEs and national IP advantage demonstration enterprises.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• DNV: Independent assurance and certification body providing ISO management system certifications including innovation management. Comparable offering for enterprises seeking accredited certification against ISO 56000 series standards.
• TÜV Rheinland: Global technical inspection and certification provider offering ISO 56005 innovation management certifications. Direct competitor in the international ISO standards implementation and grading market.
• Intertek: Total Quality Assurance provider offering ISO management systems certification including ISO 56005. Directly competes for enterprise certification business against IMSPP and partner certification bodies.
• SGS: World-leading testing, inspection, and certification company offering ISO 56005 and innovation management system certification. Closely comparable business model — third-party evaluation against ISO standards — with global scale advantages over IMSPP.
• Bureau Veritas: International certification body providing ISO management system certification including innovation management. Competes with IMSPP in the same enterprise certification space with comparable third-party grading models.
• TÜV SÜD: Global testing, inspection, and certification body offering ISO 56005 innovation management system certification. Directly competes with IMSPP in the third-party ISO 56005 grading market globally, with overlapping digital platforms and enterprise customer base.
• DEKRA: Global certification and testing organization offering ISO management system certifications. Comparable in serving the same enterprise buyer seeking third-party validation of innovation management systems.

Broad incumbents

• Deloitte China (德勤中国): Global professional services firm that co-organized IMSPP's 2026 Yanqi Lake Innovation Conference and World-Class Enterprise R&D and Innovation Management Forum. Adjacent in providing management consulting, executive training, and innovation advisory services to overlapping enterprise clients.

Regional players

• China Certification & Accreditation Institute (CCAI, 中认): Major Chinese certification body involved in IMSPP's evaluation network. Comparable in delivering ISO system certification to Chinese enterprises, with a comparable domestic footprint but broader standards coverage.
• CQM (China Quality Mark Certification Group, 方圆): One of China's major third-party certification bodies authorized by IMSPP to conduct ISO 56005 grading evaluations. Operates in the same Chinese enterprise market with overlapping certification offerings, though without IMSPP's standards-development authority.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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