So you think you’ve invented something – a brand new product or process – and your market research suggests it has commercial viability. The next thing to do is hire a patent attorney to protect it, right?
Maybe not… There are many ways to safeguard your intellectual property (IP) and a patent may not be a realistic option or the smartest choice. Patent attorneys know their core business well, but may lack the broader commercial experience needed to determine the best IP strategy for your circumstances, market and business plan. Learn why IP protection is not patently obvious.
Our Senior Commercialisation Strategist, Dr Ken Crane, has a long track record of turning IP into financial success. Ken can provide no-strings-attached expert advice, at an affordable hourly rate, on the best path for taking your invention to market. As new markets open, or you improve your invention, gemaker can monitor and maintain your strategy, to ensure you reap the full reward for your innovation. We also offer training in this area.
Contact gemaker to discuss your IP strategy or schedule a session with Ken.
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