{"id":55556,"date":"2022-07-02T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-02T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/35.208.6.27\/xlscout_new\/what-is-a-patent-portfolio-and-why-do-you-need-one\/"},"modified":"2024-10-16T09:59:54","modified_gmt":"2024-10-16T09:59:54","slug":"what-is-a-patent-portfolio-and-why-do-you-need-one","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/xlscout.ai\/zh-hans\/what-is-a-patent-portfolio-and-why-do-you-need-one\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a Patent Portfolio and Why Do You Need One?"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Patent Portfolio Analysis<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Prosecuting, sustaining, and litigating a single patent as a separate entity will not provide a company or individual with a greater revenue or competitive advantage than maintaining a collection of patents and deciding on different research and marketing strategies based on this collection. As a result, a patent portfolio enters the picture, which is a collection of all the patents owned by a company or an individual. These possessed patents may include both applications and granted patents.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">How to Build a Patent Portfolio?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The portfolio can be built around a specific product that a company manufactures or a technology area that is applied to a variety of products or solutions that the company offers, as well as the company&#8217;s market strategy.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Large-scale companies will have different patent portfolio development strategies than small-scale\/startup companies with limited revenue. <\/span>Large-scale companies can hire patent attorneys to develop these strategies. The strategies generally focus on achieving a strong dominant position in a specific technology area. Whereas small-scale companies will require well-organized and cost-effective strategies that focus on obtaining quality patents and creating a valuable patent portfolio for acquisition or investment.<\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Patent Portfolio Management<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">A company&#8217;s patent portfolio management is a process that it uses to stay ahead of the competition. It can <a href=\"https:\/\/xlscout.ai\/how-to-track-competitors-and-their-patent-filings-using-patent-monitoring\">keep track of the patents<\/a> it owns and maintain coordination between their business and patenting strategies. This process includes a variety of strategies for generating an effective and targeted portfolio, such as identifying patents that are less valuable and making decisions to prune or abandon those patents, making decisions on offensive or defensive strategies, licensing, mergers, and a variety of other patent portfolio transactions.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">What is Patent Portfolio Analytics and How Does it Help with various Patent Portfolio Strategies?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Patent portfolio analysis is the qualitative study and review of the patents a company owns with regard to the legal status of the patent applications, competitor advancement, technology relevance, and so on to understand the relevant strengths and weaknesses of each patent in the portfolio. In addition to examining a single patent, the analysis would consider how one patent in the portfolio interacts with the other patents in the portfolio. <\/span>Companies could use this analysis to apply multiple strategies, such as keeping effective patents and pruning weaker patents. It can assist to generate a targeted portfolio.<\/p>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">What Constitutes a Strong Patent Portfolio?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">A strong patent portfolio is related to the quality of patents that safeguard the complete product line by including all new elements and advancements in the form of firmer claim scope and concentrating on divisional or continuation filing activities while keeping future scope in mind. It is built by constantly monitoring your competitors&#8217; expansion activities in similar domains to yours and acting offensively or defensively as a result. It aids in obtaining:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Increased competitive revenue and value<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Prevent similar product-line competitors from entering the market<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">It has the potential to be used as a weapon against infringers<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">The value of a company rises among shareholders\/investors, and<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Create a cross-licensing opportunity<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">What are the Principles of a Good Patent Portfolio?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Following are the ten key principles of a great patent portfolio:<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Principle 1: A company should ascertain its strategy for patents<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The company must decide what strategy to implement for its patents, that should include at least target requirements and available investment, as well as licensing income and specific financial returns on R&amp;D, as well as creating barriers for competitors by not allowing them to file patent lawsuits or stop them from undertaking R&amp;D initiatives.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Principle 2: A good patent portfolio reflects the owner&#8217;s strategic focus<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The strategy for a good patent portfolio should be determined by the company&#8217;s corporate strategy\/business objective.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Principle 3: Invest in the right number of patents<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The average investment in patents should be about 1% of the amount invested in R&amp;D, but this will vary depending on the company&#8217;s specific needs, rapid technological change, innovative discoveries, new companies and new industries, competitor patent litigation, consumer sales, and an enterprising patent strategy implemented by the organization.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Principle 4: Balance of quantity and quality<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Companies should maintain a stable relationship between the quantity and quality of patents in their portfolio, where the good quality of patents can be assessed in one scenario based on claims that are clearly supported in the written explanation or in another scenario based on patent ranking, and companies should understand the relative quality of their portfolio. However, the quality approach will necessitate a significant investment, and some patents will contribute to quantity in order to support a good set of patents.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Principle 5: Geographic Balance<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The patent portfolio should be geographically balanced, such that patent protection should also apply in the main market of a certain technology or in the location from which the company received the majority of reviews, which would also benefit the company&#8217;s distributors. The decision should be based on the cost of obtaining a patent in a different geography as well as the enforceability of patents in countries that do not enforce certain types of patents, such as software patents in Asian countries.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Principle 6: Time Balance<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">To be competitively ahead of other competitors, the company should balance the time between R&amp;D activities and patenting activities in the early stages of its life. <\/span>However, if capital is scarce in the early stages of a company, a strategy based on significant technical contributions can be devised. To postpone national filing investments, use continuation of applications and apply for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wipo.int\/pct\/en\/\">PCT<\/a> or European patent.<\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Principle 7: Identification and filling of gaps <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"color: #252525;\">Portfolio management should be an ongoing process in which gaps in the portfolio are identified and strategic actions are taken. Preparing and presenting your own patent applications, as well as searching for and purchasing a good set of patents granted to competitors, are examples of strategic actions.<\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Principle 8: Time management, including divestment<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Some patents in the portfolio will have high value, while others will have low value. <\/span>Therefore, this should be determined on a priority and repeated basis. Because it will reduce the cost and time investment in high-value patents while allowing low-value patents to be sold\/abandoned.<\/p>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Principle 9: Establish measurement criteria<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">A patent strategy must align with the corporate strategy, and it can be measured using a variety of criteria:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Revenue generation versus total cost is used to measure the company&#8217;s objectives, such as revenue generation through lawsuit activities<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">How R&amp;D adds value, that can be measured by innovative products built over time, patent portfolio expansion over time, or licensing revenue in the form of R&amp;D percentage over time<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Determining the effectiveness of a company&#8217;s patent portfolio in putting it ahead of competitors in a particular technology domain<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span data-contrast=\"none\">Principle 10: <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sharing accountability for patent and patenting activity management within the organization<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">The legal department, which would be able to offer patent legal advice<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The chief technology officer is familiar with the technical elements of each invention<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">VP of business development in charge of licensing patent portfolios and monetization<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li>The Strategic Business Unit is responsible for recognizing the company&#8217;s financial goals and developing new technology. It is also responsible for enhancing products, and generating revenue from the products<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Value of The Patent Portfolio<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"color: #252525;\">A patent portfolio\u2019s value is important because it allows the industry to increase its financial growth. As the company can know the financial value of each patent that it owns.<span data-contrast=\"none\"> The value of the patent portfolio is determined by the following factors:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">The scope of the patent claim is determined by its breadth and detectability in order to prove infringement<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Divisional applications, scope of filing of continuation, and continuation in parts to broaden the scope of the claim in infringement<\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Available for investment<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Competitors&#8217; patent-related activities<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Filing in a number of other jurisdictions<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Aids in strategic decisions involving licensing, partnerships, mergers, acquisitions, or other transactions aimed at expanding a patent portfolio<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li>Patents that are not valuable can be identified, and weak patents with low market value can be abandoned or sold<\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Identifying both offensive and defensive strategies<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Identify patents that correspond to various standards such as IEEE, 3GPP, ETSI, and so on<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335551550&quot;:0,&quot;335551620&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Patent Portfolio Analysis\u00a0 Prosecuting, sustaining, and&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":59631,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[189],"tags":[190],"class_list":["post-55556","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog","tag-general"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/xlscout.ai\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/55556","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/xlscout.ai\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/xlscout.ai\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/xlscout.ai\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/xlscout.ai\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=55556"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/xlscout.ai\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/55556\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/xlscout.ai\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/59631"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/xlscout.ai\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=55556"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/xlscout.ai\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=55556"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/xlscout.ai\/zh-hans\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=55556"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}