Automatización y monitoreo del proceso de registro de propiedad intelectual en la Dirección de Innovación y Desarrollo (DINNOVA) de la Universidad Técnica de Ambato, mediante el uso de Clean Architecture

Abstract

The intellectual property registration process managed by DINNOVA presented several limitations derived from manual execution, including dispersed documentation, lack of integration between tools, absence of traceability, and difficulties in consistently monitoring each procedure, which caused delays and reduced institutional efficiency. In response to this need, SIPRO-UTA was developed as a web application based on Clean Architecture to centralize information, automate critical activities, and standardize the operational workflow of the process. The system was built using the Scrumban agile methodology, a hybrid approach that combines Scrum’s structured planning with Kanban’s continuous flow and work-in-progress limits, enabling task prioritization, adaptability to requirement changes, and stable workload management during development. The platform integrates modules for authentication, user and role management, process design and execution, activity tracking, document management, and report generation. Evaluation through the Computer System Usability Questionnaire (CSUQ) revealed high levels of satisfaction regarding system quality, information clarity, and user experience, while the Cronbach’s Alpha coefficient (α = 0.9489) confirmed excellent internal consistency of the instrument. Overall, the implemented solution significantly improves efficiency, traceability, and institutional control of the intellectual property registration process.