OPERATIONS

There are several areas to keep in mind when developing and implementing effective IP operations. We support in all areas, no matter whether to find the best service provider or to do an IP Performance Audit.

Buying IP services is quite complicated. The market is quite is non-transparent, and sometimes it is even difficult to identify alternative suppliers. It is challenging to understand and regulate quality, service level, and even compare prices. Thus, an understanding of the market mechanics and of different players is useful. We advise on how to navigate the IP services market and support You in managing Your IP suppliers.

IP costs are typically built up of several cost components and can be difficult  to control unless all underlying cost drivers are well understood. Many costs are difficult to predict - the amount as well as the timing. Good control requires a good understanding of the financial environment together with the mechanics of various IP costs.  We support You in getting transparency and control over Your IP finances.

IP management software, together with other complementing IT tools, make up the backbone of any IP operation today. Such IT systems need to be well aligned with your IP processes. Poorly managed, integrated or implemented systems provide for low support and high frustration. Good processes well integrated with a good system do on the other hand provide for high efficiency. And ,well managed data can be a great source for strategic IP management and good financial control. We support you in selecting systems and tools, in reviewing and designing internal processes as well as in the implementation process.

An audit is made to suit your company, its strategy and industrial situation. Even though best practices exist, there are really no "one size fits all" optimal ways to manage IP. An audit can be made in full, i.e., performance in all areas and throughout the company, or in part, i.e., only auditing some performance areas or some business units. The audit can be made as a fully external effort or be run in cooperation with the company's in-house or external IP professionals.