In this episode, John discusses IP Analytics, which allows you to use data from the patent office to find unique and valuable insights. IP Analysis can provide new directions for R&D, positioning your company against (or protecting your company from) a competitor, and increasing the value of your company in a merger or acquisition. The topic areas for this episode include:

1 – The History of IP Analysis

2 – How Companies use IP Analysis

3 – Unique “Business Issues” we have found can be answered with IP Analysis

4 – Patent Databases, Searching, and Caveats

5 – What level and Type of IP Analysis is needed

6 – The Future of IP Analysis