Posts Tagged ‘IP Strategy’
What exactly is Intellectual property…?
…and why could it be so important to your business? The official definition The World Intellectual Property Organisation (or “WIPO” as it’s affectionately known) defines Intellectual Property (IP) as “creations of the mind; inventions; literary or artistic works; and names, symbols and images used in commerce. But, as a patent attorney (and, by trade, a…
Read MoreSpeaking to people about your new product
Developing a new concept into a product and getting that product onto the market often takes some time, effort and money, and is rarely something that can be done in isolation. You obviously don’t want your new idea to be copied and, when the time is right, you may plan to file a patent application…
Read MoreThe benefits of early IP advice and guidance
Service Introduction At Strachan IP, we endeavour to offer an ‘immersive’, rather than purely transactional service. This means that we like to get to know you, your business and your aspirations right from the start, so that we can tailor our advice and service to exactly what your business needs to thrive. Service Overview What…
Read MoreIs IP really ‘expensive’?
Is IP really ‘expensive’? The dictionary definition of ‘expensive’ is “commanding a high price and especially one that is not based on intrinsic worth (https://www.merriam-webster.com), and we do tend to think of things as ‘expensive’ if we deem the cost to be more than the perceived value we receive in return. So, is IP really…
Read MoreIP at the Manufacturing Stage
Whether you are a start-up or an established company that uses innovation to stay ahead of your competitors, launching a successful new product can be likened to doing a jigsaw puzzle: all of the different elements or pieces need to fit together in the right way, many of the pieces are linked in some way…
Read MoreWhen to file applications for registered IP
Registered IP refers to types of intellectual property rights that have to go through some sort of application or registration process in order to exist and they do, inevitably, carry a cost. Although there are others, the three main types of registered IP are: patents (for technical innovation), registered designs (generally for the outward appearance…
Read MoreDid you know…a robust IP strategy can be crucial to your business?
A robust IP strategy can be crucial to your business, whether or not you deal in conventional ‘technical’ innovation. IP is an asset arising in virtually all of the unique parts of your business, that can be used, not only to protect or increase your market share, but also to credibility and value to your business. Nevertheless,…
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