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Who We Are

USD System International Editions Consortium is a collective of editors and specialists dedicated to help creators, inventors, and entrepreneurs safeguard their intellectual assets.

We believe in the intrinsic value of the Work of the Mind — that every idea, every creation, deserves recognition, safeguarding, and a lasting legacy. Our mission is to provide the tools, knowledge, and support systems that empower creators to claim true authorship — grounded in literary and artistic criteria — and establish lasting property rights over their work.

Through our framework of Universal Sustainable Design, we connect the creative act to its rightful owner — from the first concept to generational legacy. The volumes remain unpublished in order to preserve their secrets — their content safeguarded, their authorship recognized, their integrity aligned with the criteria required by Copyright law.

Our consortium brings together expertise in intellectual property, editorial excellence, and international rights — all in service of one goal:

Authorship for Life.  Legacy for Generations.

Fountain pen writing — Authorship

Our Framework

Six foundational pillars underpin everything we do — each one a cornerstone of Universal Sustainable Design.

Work of the Mind

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Private Property

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Unity in Art

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The Editor’s Role

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Copyright

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Peace of Mind

Work of the Mind

Every creation begins as a Work of the Mind — an original expression born from human thought, imagination, and effort. We recognize and defend this as the primary source of all intellectual property. Before a creation can be safeguarded, it must first be understood for what it truly is: the product of a unique human mind.

Newest Launch

The Authorship Blueprint Process

Our newest and most affordable entry point — designed for creators and entrepreneurs ready to take the first decisive step. The AB Process guides you, stage by stage, to document your concept as recognized intellectual property. Affordable. Structured. Available now.

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AB
Process

Step-by-step guidance
from raw concept
to documented authorship

Solutions

Our flagship product, the Intellectual Passport CB (IPCB), provides creators with a formal, recognized record of authorship — Property on Your Creation, Authorship for Life, Legacy for Generations.

IPCB Premium Edition Volume
✨ Now Launching

Authorship Blueprint Process & Volume

Digital PDF — Our Newest Addition

We are proud to launch our most comprehensive authorship journey yet. The Authorship Blueprint Process is a guided, structured programme through which a creator formally establishes their authorship from first concept to completed volume — every step documented, every detail preserved. Delivered in digital PDF format. This is where legacy begins.

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Intellectual Passport CB — Digital Edition

Digital PDF — With Consultant Support

The digital version of the Intellectual Passport CB — the essential first step in establishing your authorship. Delivered in digital PDF format, accompanied by a dedicated Consultant to support and guide you through the process.

Testimonials

…The reasons for choosing the Intellectual Passport are quite simple. I am neither CEO, manager, financier, administrator, salesman, strategic developer, nor leader… I am an inventor…

— Mario de Montigny ©460458

…What a delight to have received demonstrations by the Intellectual Passport representatives as it not only caught my interest for personal use, but also for the entire collectivity…

— Richard Bernier ©479473

…Oh surprise! By embedding in a literary and artistic work, the story of my personal evolution, including all the salient events and everyone having contributed to the eclosion of my concept, I have finally access to the property on my invention…

— Jean-Luc Boutin ©474698

USD System gave us the tools and the confidence to safeguard what we have built. Our invention is now properly documented and attributed — for us, and for the generations to come.

— Inventor, SOS Invention

Working with the USD consortium has transformed how we approach intellectual property. The framework they provide is rigorous, elegant, and above all, effective.

— Member, World Inventors Club

After many years of developing my invention and its underlying theory, USD System made the process of documenting and protecting my intellectual property clear, simple, and reassuring. I now feel secure knowing that my authorship and creative work are properly preserved.

— J.N. Pfeiffer

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FAQ

Universal Sustainable Design (USD) is our foundational philosophy: that every creation deserves recognition, that authorship is an inalienable right, and that the work of protecting intellectual property must be sustainable — across time, across borders, and across generations.

The Intellectual Passport CB (IPCB) is USD System's flagship product — a formal, documented record of authorship that establishes your creation as your private property, recognized under international Copyright law.

Our services are designed for creators, inventors, entrepreneurs, and anyone who has brought an original idea into the world — from artists and writers to scientists and business innovators.

Yes. Each IPCB is aligned with the criteria for literary and artistic works recognized under international Copyright law, ensuring your authorship documentation is valid and meaningful across jurisdictions.

It depends on your goals. Every Work of the Mind is unique — and so is the path to safeguarding it. Here are the main options:

  • Trade Secret — Protects your Work of the Mind for as long as it remains confidential. No disclosure required. Keep it secret.
  • Open Source — Encourages sharing and collaboration, but limits exclusivity. Share it openly.
  • Patent — Provides exclusive rights to your invention, but requires public disclosure. A faster process than most expect, with important trade-offs to consider.

Real-world intellectual property is not one-size-fits-all. USD System helps you understand your options and choose the path that truly honours your creation — and your legacy.

Partners

The USD System Consortium brings together a network of specialized partners, each committed to the protection and recognition of intellectual creation.

USD Editions

The editorial arm of the USD System Consortium, providing the formal editing infrastructure that underpins the Intellectual Passport Certificate Book and all Consortium publications.

World Inventors Club

Our Ethics Committee — a global community connecting inventors, entrepreneurs, and creators, fostering collaboration and mutual support among innovators worldwide.

usdclub.org ↗

Les Éditions du Droit d’Auteur

Our Canadian Licensee — LEDDA, the specialist editor dedicated to literary and artistic works under Copyright law, ensuring every work meets the highest standards of authorship documentation.

editionsdudroitdauteur.com ↗

SOS Invention

A dedicated resource for inventors for documentation purposes, working alongside creators at every stage of the invention process. Currently being revamped — a new experience is on its way.

sosinvention.com ↗

Contact

Ready to safeguard your creation? Reach out to the USD System team.

USD System
International Editions Consortium

Universal Sustainable Design

admin@usdsystem.com