I developed a methodology adopted by 5 companies. How do I document it for the EB-1?

The key is to document the impact of your methodology, not just claim that you created it. In the EB-1, what matters is showing, with concrete evidence, that your method is original and that its adoption by other companies produced real results.

The starting point is usually the voice of those who adopted it. Letters or statements from the companies that began using your methodology carry significant weight when they go beyond confirming adoption and explain how it changed processes, performance, or outcomes.

To build a solid dossier, it helps to combine different types of evidence, such as:

• Letters from the companies detailing the use and the gains achieved.
• Case studies, reports, or data showing the effects of the method.
• Publications, records, or awards linking the methodology to your name.

The more your documentation connects authorship, adoption, and impact, the stronger the argument. Since each case is evaluated individually, it is worth checking updated guidance with USCIS or a qualified specialist.

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