case study - IP Sentry
the challenge:
Swift Horsman, a specialist contractor to the construction
industry, is a highly innovative business that recognises the value
of a well-managed intellectual property (IP) portfolio. They
wanted to review their management and use of IP to ensure the
proper capture, protection and enforcement of IP; to identify areas
for improvement; and to implement any required changes.
our approach:
We met with the board for initial discussions and were
instructed to carry out a full IP audit. We designed a
comprehensive and bespoke audit which included: a detailed IP
questionnaire for client personnel; interviews with key personnel;
and reviewing and collating documents relating to the creation,
recording, registration, use, protection and exploitation of
IP. We prepared a detailed report of our findings which
outlined areas of risk and listed the practical changes that the
business could make to improve their IP management.
the result:
All aspects of the business were audited and
areas for improvement identified. Practical recommendations
were made to help Swift Horsman implement changes and improve
management and use of IP. A well managed IP portfolio can add
substantial value to a business.