IP Strategies

An IP strategy should explain how IP supports business goals. IP has no value on its own and simply filing patent and trademark applications without an idea of how they will support the business is meaningless. At Kapea, I will create an IP strategy for your company in view of its business goals, competitors and others’ IP. The scope will differ depending on size and maturity (see start-up vs billion dollar company) but it will always be linked to its business and innovation strategy.

In-house IP expert

Many start-ups and SMEs do not need and cannot afford a full-time in-house IP person. We can take this role and be the link between management, R&D and outside counsel.

For larger organisations with an existing IP department, we can act as an interim IP manager or perform specialised tasks such as commercialisation and IP valuation (together with competent finance people).

With over 35 years in different IP roles, we can offer a complete IP service or very specialised tasks depending on your needs.

IP Commercialisation

IP is a valuable asset, but the value depends on the use and the context. Transacting IP can be a way to optimise the value of those assets. Kapea has sold and licensed patents in different technology areas and has a good understanding of the secondary market and the players.

– Do you have IP that you want to sell or license?
We will market your IP, help you find buyers and/or licensees and facilitate the transaction.

– Do you need to acquire or license IP?
Creating your own IP portfolio takes time. As an example, getting your patent application granted normally takes several years, in many cases more than five years from filing. Therefore, buying or license IP is a quick way of getting access to IP that can be used for freedom-to-operate and in cross-license negotiations. We will help you finding sellers/licensors and guide you through the transaction.

– Do you have IP that you want to litigate but lack the finances?
We have a network of IP litigation financing firms that we can bring you in contact with.