An inadequate understanding of intellectual property rights often leads start-ups to neglect IP protection, while insufficient capital can cause them to overlook the creation of patent portfolios altogether. That’s why TIPO has produced the “IP Navigation Manual for Start-ups,” which uses easy-to-understand comic strips to break down complex IP concepts. The manual also contains case studies in the form of stories. These allow start-up entrepreneurs to quickly familiarize themselves with the different types of IP protection so that they can choose the ones that are best suited to their products.

The stories, which focus on tech start-up entrepreneurs, describe potential hurdles a budding business might face from its very first day all the way up to product launch, specifically when it comes to IP disputes and the development of portfolios. The manual also lists the benefits of early development of portfolios in Taiwan, such as lower overall examination fees, shorter average examination pendency, and even better examination quality. In addition, it features information on different government agencies’ start-up guidance measures.

This year, TIPO visited a number of start-up parks to hear from various industry voices, including many talented and driven start-up entrepreneurs. TIPO hopes that its manual will help these individuals better understand intellectual property, choose appropriate ways to protect their own IP, and develop patent portfolios sooner rather than later.

Click the link below to access the easy-to-follow “IP Navigation Manual for Start-ups—Essential Tips for a Smooth Start”

• Publish Date : 2020-12-28
• Update : 2020-12-28
• Organization : International Legal Affairs Office
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