A patent watch is the method of constant observation and keeping a record of every IP data published recently, i.e. on yours and your competitor’s IP activity, which is beneficial to business across all sectors in the industry. Patent watch services assist you to identify potentially infringing patents, licensing and acquisition opportunities in real-time and help[…]
Patent watch assists in delivering regular updates about new patents, the status of applied patents and any modifications done in the existing patents. Let’s understand patent watch benefits and how to use them in your patent application. Patent Watch Benefits: What Are They? Firms conduct specific patent watches in a periodic manner i.e. on a[…]
creepy device patent “Technology is, of course, a double-edged sword.” – Jason Silva Words mentioned above by Jason Silva are correct to the best of its significance. No doubt, technology patents has changed us, making us more powerful and useful; but lazy and dependent at the same time. The techniques that started as aides to our[…]
In 2013, the U.S. adopted the ‘First Inventor to File’ system from the ‘First to Invent system’ under the American Patent Law. Both phrases are self-explanatory. The former emphasizes on the inventor; whereas, the later put the date of filing of an application first. This passage bears significant importance. Moreover, it stresses upon the factors[…]
You will get to hear sometimes that a strong patent can obstruct further scope of innovation. To the contrary, consumers will be benefitted to the maximum if a patent is strong. If you are the owner of a strong patent, automatically you will be able to act as a roadblock to your competitors. Not only[…]
When it comes to outsourcing, India is the country that remains at the top rung of the ladder. In this article, we will analyze the reasons, why Indian Patent Search Firms are emerging fast. After successful IT outsourcing model the country is now witnessing a rise in outsourcing of non-IT operations including patent search support/[…]
A novelty search or more popularly known as a patentability search is the first and foremost search conducted to determine whether an invention is novel or not. It is much better to learn about the novelty search basics before preceding further for the patent prosecution process. What is a Novelty Search or Patentability Search? A novelty[…]
We will discuss about patentability search basics and some other general queries regarding it in this article. No patent law requires you to conduct a patentability search or patent novelty search. But, however, you must not omit this important process. Patentability Search Basics A patentability search or patent novelty search is a search of the prior[…]
Industrial Designs are the application of designing products, devices, objects, and/or services. Several people use them across the globe, everyday. Presenting things in a creative manner is an art in itself. And, it is a useful option to generate income and/or revenue. However, you must create the design according to the existing legal and IP[…]
Inculcating the term “Search” with “Patent Watch” refers to the process of checking the patents frequently. You may use various sources to do patent watch search. Generally, searchers watch official journals, databases, and online sites for newly published or pending patent applications. However, you may set patent watch search limit on the basis of the[…]