09 Apr 2024 How to Protect eLearning Content Deployed in Corporate Online Training Programs In this article, we explore ways that companies developing multilingual eLearning content can protect that content under copyright law. The next decade will see tremendous increases in the value of the corporate eLearning market, making now the right time for companies in this sector to assess their rights and obligations in foreign markets important to their business interests. SEE MORE
07 Mar 2024 CATEGORY IP ManagementPatent Management The Value of IP to Attract Financing and Investment for Business Projects In this article, we focus on several reasons why IP rights are critical to attracting seed funding for business ventures. Obtaining patent and trademark rights in several markets clearly indicates a successful business strategy to consumers and competitors at the same time. Small- and medium-sized enterprises should take several steps to prepare themselves to harvest value from intellectual properties as they begin to scale. SEE MORE
30 Jan 2024 CATEGORY IP ManagementPatent Management Debunking Software Patentability Myths: Best Practice for Protecting Software Innovations In this article, we take a close look at the misconception that software-related inventions are too risky to patent. Although software faces a somewhat less favorable state of patent eligibility, major companies are being handed seven-figure damages award over infringing software products. Judicious choices in drafting claim language can help courts focus on technological improvements to computing systems that support patentability. SEE MORE
17 Jan 2024 Technology Trends at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas In this article, we explore some of the consumer tech trends on display at this year’s CES. Artificial intelligence and self-driving vehicles continue to drive corporate investment into technology commercialization across entire industries. The consumer trade show also introduced the world to the strong position of South Korean companies in the tech startup space. SEE MORE
08 Jan 2024 CATEGORY IP ManagementPatent Management How the Blockchain Will Transform IP Management and Patent Commercialization In this article; we explore some of the potential use cases for blockchain technologies in the world of intellectual property. While many of these platforms are still in early development; private companies and IP agencies alike have been exploring the use of blockchain to combat counterfeits; drive investment into innovation and create smarter national IP registries. SEE MORE
12 Dec 2023 CATEGORY NewsPatent Management UK High Court Ruling Could Give AI Patent Applicants a Clearer Pathway to Patent Eligibility In this article, we explore a recent UK High Court ruling that is giving some artificial intelligence companies better hopes of patent eligibility in the United Kingdom. Partnering with SHIP Global IP allows AI companies to quickly take advantage of this knowledge. With a few clicks on our platform, AI firms can file an accurately translated patent application into any country where patent law is developing favorably. SEE MORE
28 Nov 2023 CATEGORY NewsIP Management Patent Prosecution 101: The Basic Fundamentals That Every Patent Applicant Should Know In this article, we provide a basic overview of patent prosecution, the process through which patent applicants obtain patent claims issued by a filing office. The time from an invention disclosure to issuance of a patent may take years, but a partner with a global network of patent attorneys like SHIP Global IP can eliminate the confusion that comes with juggling patent applications in filing offices across the world. SEE MORE
07 Nov 2023 CATEGORY NewsIP ManagementPatent Management Import Ban on Apple Watch Highlights Value of U.S. Patent Rights in Corporate Portfolios In this article, we take a closer look at the U.S. International Trade Commission’s recent import ban against Apple Watch products. Section 337 proceedings at the USITC can result in remedial orders that help U.S. patent owners combat infringing imports. The advantages of this type of infringement proceeding are one reason why U.S. patent rights are valuable to SHIP Global IP’s clients. SEE MORE
18 Oct 2023 CATEGORY Patent TranslationIP Management Legal Translation & Litigation Support Services That Go Far Beyond IP Management In this article, readers will learn about the range of legal translation services they can enjoy with SHIP Global IP’s technological solutions. Attorneys representing multinational companies often need outside support to translate court filings and legal materials into a different language. We can serve as a trusted partner providing litigation support services that result in highly accurate translations printed in readable formats for foreign courts and entities. SEE MORE
19 Sep 2023 CATEGORY NewsTrademark Management EU Trademark Owners: Recent Rule Changes at the EUIPO Impact Appeals and Inter Partes Proceedings In this article, SHIP Global IP takes a closer look at recently proposed changes to the rules of procedure for the EUIPO’s Boards of Appeal. Companies owning EU trademark rights should be aware that several important aspects of ex parte and inter partes proceedings are evolving, especially regarding the agency’s handling of party requests for adjusting the timing of Board proceedings. SEE MORE
29 Aug 2023 CATEGORY NewsIP ManagementPatent Management Innovation and Infringement Trends in the Telecom Industry: Generative AI, SEP Lawsuits and NPE Patent Monetization In this article, we focus on several trends shaping the immediate future of business in telecommunications. Technological developments in artificial intelligence are proving useful for automating various IT tasks as well as generating more robust communication services to cross language barriers. Companies in the sector should be aware, however, of the growing threat of litigation posed by more litigious SEP owners as well as sales of patent portfolios to monetization companies. SEE MORE
08 Aug 2023 CATEGORY Trademark ManagementIP ManagementPatent Management The Future of Manufacturing: 3D Printing in Factories and Robotics in Fast Food : In this article, we explore several trends shaping the future of manufacturing. Robotics and 3D printing technologies are bringing the assembly line closer to the consumer than ever before. Advances in 3D printing materials are also having an impact on injection molding, a generations-old technology getting a significant revamp thanks to powder metallurgy and other 3D printing processes. SEE MORE
11 Jul 2023 CATEGORY NewsPatent TranslationIP Management Financial and Regulatory Pressures Shaping Oil & Gas Innovation: Key Innovation Trends in the Energy Sector In this article, we provide a fact-based assessment of key innovation trends shaping the global energy sector. Our energy partners position SHIP Global IP well to understand the innovation trends that are actually shaping the industry and not just making news headlines. While renewables attract mainstream focus, patent filing data shows that oil and gas companies will likely drive the sector for years to come. SEE MORE
20 Jun 2023 CATEGORY NewsIP ManagementPatent Management IP Trends in the Automotive Industry: PTAB Strategies, Protecting Trade Secrets and Joint Venture Planning In this article, we discuss several of the latest IP trends that have been impacting the global automotive industry. An influx of new computing systems in vehicles is leading many carmakers to develop defensive strategies for patent suits. Other emerging tech trends pose risks to proprietary information treated as trade secrets by auto manufacturers. Learn how changes to the IP landscape are shaping the global auto industry. SEE MORE
06 Jun 2023 CATEGORY NewsPatent Management The World’s Top Patent Rulings for the First Half of 2023 In this article; we survey a collection of the world’s most significant legal rulings in patent law from the first six months of 2023. These high court decisions have grappled with the legality of covenants not to sue and the scope of injunctive relief for SEP owners. Quickly communicating those changes to IP management and executive personnel is critical for securing your business interests in these countries. SEE MORE
23 May 2023 Who Owns the Copyright to Your ChatGPT Output? In this article, we try to find answers to the questions surrounding copyright ownership in the textual outputs generated by artificial intelligence systems like ChatGPT. While there is an obvious tension between AI platforms and authorship requirements in most countries, some legal frameworks do afford ChatGPT users an opportunity to claim copyright ownership in outputs that are heavily informed by a user’s independent intellectual efforts. SEE MORE
09 May 2023 CATEGORY Patent TranslationIP ManagementPatent Management Streamline Your Company’s IP Workflows to Take Quick Advantage of Business Opportunities This article focuses on several reasons why choosing a single language service provider for patent translation and filing will greatly improve the resiliency of your business. From eliminating the time spent coordinating activities among disparate teams across the globe to making more effective use of paralegal resources, SHIP Global IP can transform your IP practices for the better. SEE MORE
18 Apr 2023 CATEGORY Patent TranslationPatent Management Get a Firm Grasp on Your Patent Translation Costs By Choosing a Single IP Services Provider In this article, we offer a quick look at how SHIP Global IP can dramatically reduce your costs for patent translations. Preparing your patent portfolio for filing abroad can create a lot of fees, often for services that aren’t necessary. Prospective clients are often surprised to learn about our competitive advantage and how much of their IP budget they can repurpose for other business activities. SEE MORE
03 Apr 2023 CATEGORY Patent TranslationIP Management High Quality Patent Translations Are Critical for Cross-Border Business Success This article provides an overview of the technological solution for patent translations available to SHIP Global IP clients. Our computer-aided translation tools provide more robust quality assurance than most competitors can offer at prices that become more cost-effective over time. Your organization can further enhance the quality of its patent translations with our industry-leading network of expert linguists and patent attorneys. SEE MORE
14 Mar 2023 CATEGORY IP ManagementIP TechnologyDocketingPatent Management Outsource Your IP Docketing Work to Reduce Costs and Increase Certainty in IP Budgeting In this article, we explore several reasons why any company benefits from outsourcing their management of important IP documents and filing deadlines. While there are many IP docketing services, SHIP Global IP offers additional access to legal reports and software tools for clarifying assets for registering trademark assets and prosecuting patent applications. SEE MORE
28 Feb 2023 CATEGORY Trademark ManagementIP ManagementDocketingPatent Management Docketing as a Service: What It Is, and How Daas Can Help You This article provides an overview of the concept of “docketing as a service,” including the many tasks that must be performed well in order to ensure that your patent or trademark portfolio is properly maintained. While purchasing IP management software or subscribing to a management platform is a good idea, making sure you have the right professionals implementing that software is an even better one. SEE MORE
17 Jan 2023 CATEGORY IP RenewalsIP ManagementPatent Management IP Managers Beware – Certain Patent Renewal Fees are Unnecessarily Eating Your Budget In this article, we will highlight critical considerations on patent renewals for IP portfolio managers. Oftentimes unnoticed, patent renewal invoices include uncertain markups on what is already a costly and complex process. IP management professionals need to be vigilant of these extra costs to maximize and protect the value of their portfolio. SEE MORE
20 Dec 2022 CATEGORY Trademark ManagementIP ManagementPatent Management Don’t Let Outdated IP Registers Turn Into a Horror Story for Your Business In this article, we cover some of the reasons why regular updates to patent and trademark recordals are critical for protecting your business. Improperly registered ownership data can cause a series of issues for IP owners, and different national rules means that the impact of outdated recordals can vary wildly nation-by-nation. SEE MORE
01 Dec 2022 CATEGORY IP ManagementPatent Management Unitary Patents vs. Classic European Patents: Which Should Your Company Pursue? In this article, we explore whether patent owners will benefit more from new Unitary Patents or classic European patent rights. Foreign businesses looking to bring their innovative products and services into the European market will learn about the pros and cons of either patent right, and which one will better suit their IP portfolio building strategies. SEE MORE
08 Nov 2022 CATEGORY NewsIP ManagementPatent Management From artificial intelligence to artificial inventor Self-driving vehicles, voice assistants, entertainment streaming apps, devices with facial recognition technologies, smart home devices, smart replies in your e-mail, content or product recommendations, all have one thing in common: AI. Artificial Intelligence makes our lives more efficient every day, but can AI be an inventor? Who owns the IPR for AI creations? SEE MORE
18 Oct 2022 Strategies for analyzing the performance of your intellectual property portfolio (IP Performance) One of the keys to having a good IP strategy is the correct measurement of your IP portfolio's performance. Depending on its performance, you can make decisions on the assets within it in the fastest and most effective way. SEE MORE
27 Sep 2022 It is only right and proper to be grateful. Thank for your participation in the Boots in the Harbor IP Summit Thank for post to all participants in the Boots in the Harbor IP Summit SEE MORE
15 Sep 2022 CATEGORY NewsTrademark Management SHIP Global IP is renewing its brand image to better reflect its technological DNA At SHIP Global IP, we have changed our logo to more faithfully reflect our technological DNA and the growth on which we are embarking SEE MORE
02 Sep 2022 Panel announced for “Navigating IP strategies in Varying Economic Climates”! Panelists for the discussion on “Navigating IP Strategies in Varying Economic Climates” announced. They are Forrester Liddle, Vice-president, IP at Jounce Therapeutics, John Cheek, Chief IP Counsel at Tenneco Inc. and Lisa (Lee) Matovick, Patent Attorney and IP Advisor at Scholar Rock. SEE MORE
31 Aug 2022 “Outside Counsel” panelists at Boots in the Harbor Annual IP Summit announced! As organizers, we are delighted to announce the four panelists for the “Outside Counsel” discussion organized within the Boots in the Harbor IP Summit, to be held in Boston, MA, on September 8th under the title “Playing Nice in the Sandbox,... SEE MORE
29 Aug 2022 Panel announced for the “Conflict: IP Departments and Internal Competing Priorities” discussion at the Boots in the Harbor IP Summit! We are thrilled to announce the three panelists who will form the panel for the first discussion organized within the Boots in the Harbor IP Summit, to be held in Boston, MA, on September 8th, the IP Leadership panel discussion, entitled “Conflict: IP Departments... SEE MORE
24 Aug 2022 Second Keynote Speaker at Boots in the Harbor IP Summit announced! We are very pleased to announce that Lucy Lubashev, Chief Patent Counsel at Raytheon Intelligence & Space is our second Keynote Speaker at Boots in the Harbor IP Summit. SEE MORE
22 Aug 2022 IP Leadership Panelist at Boots in the Harbor IP Summit announced! SHIP Global IP announces that Laura Daly, IP Manager at Seurat Technologies will join the first out of two panels organized within the Boot in the Harbor Annual IP Summit.to be held in Boston, MA, on September 8th. SEE MORE
17 Aug 2022 First Keynote Speaker at Boots in the Harbor IP Summit announced! We are very pleased to announce that Honorable Judge Albright, Federal District Judge for the Western District of Texas, Waco Division will be our first Keynote Speaker at Boots in the Harbor IP Summit. Prior to taking the bench, Judge Albright practiced IP litigation and handled trials in both federal court and the ITC… SEE MORE
03 Aug 2022 SHIP Global IP announces 2022 Annual Boots IP Summit We are very pleased to announce our Annual Boots IP Summit that will be held in Boston, Massachusetts as on September 8th, 2022. Boots in the Harbor is the Annual Boots IP Summit organized by SHIP Global IP. Our Annual Boots IP Summit brings together a nurtured group of... SEE MORE
25 Jul 2022 SHIP Global IP welcomes Dr. Robert Fichter as Managing Director IP industry expert and patent attorney Dr. Robert Fichter joins SHIP Global IP to lead the worldwide organization and growth plans. SEE MORE
28 Jun 2022 CATEGORY IP ManagementPatent Management A patent's value goes beyond mere prestige A patent’s value can depend on several factors and procedures. In this article we suggest various interpretations and metrics for working it out SEE MORE
07 Jun 2022 CATEGORY NewsIP Management In the latest chapter of the patent war, a court prohibits Ford from selling its LTE-enabled cars in Germany Patent war, a court prohibits Ford from selling cars in Germany. Our latest post covers the open war between the mobile phone industry and the automotive sector. SEE MORE
18 May 2022 CATEGORY IP ManagementPatent Management The Unitary is Coming The long anticipated unitary patent is in the final stages of approval and implementation is expected in late 2022 SEE MORE
03 May 2022 CATEGORY IP ManagementPatent Management Reasons for having a strategic IP services partner when implementing a technology transfer strategy In a competitive market, technology transfer helps ensure mutual development and profit. In this article we explain the advantages of having a strategic IP services partner SEE MORE
16 Mar 2022 How can Trademarks be Protected in the Metaverse? Trademarks must be properly protected in the metaverse. In this post we explain how to achieve good protection and its advantages SEE MORE
02 Mar 2022 CATEGORY IP ManagementPatent Management Freedom to Operate when marketing or developing a product How can we tell whether we might be infringing intellectual property rights, namely patents, with our product or process? An FTO search and report is the answer. Learn more about the difference between the FTO search and the patentability analysis. SEE MORE
15 Feb 2022 CATEGORY NewsTrademark Management What is the Trademark Modernization Act? Our latest post provides a very high level view of the changes introduced by the TMA for the casual observant looking to stay up to date with the changes. SEE MORE
26 Jan 2022 CATEGORY NewsIP Events Trademark Modernization Act (TMA) from principle to practice Jason Blair, former USPTO examiner and Principal Attorney at Munck Wilson Mandala covered during a webinar offered by SHIP Global IP some key points and takeaways, anyone dealing with Trademarks in the USA (foreign or domestic) could benefit from. SEE MORE
18 Jan 2022 CATEGORY NewsIP Management CES 2022 Las Vegas: seven innovative systems that will shape our lives In this article we bring you the main new developments from the CES 2022 SEE MORE
12 Jan 2022 CATEGORY NewsTrademark Management Webinar - Trademark Modernization Act (TMA) from principle to practice Free webinar - Join us as we share best registration practices now that the TMA changes are fully in effect SEE MORE
04 Jan 2022 How do I protect my trademark in China? We explain the latest changes in the Chinese trademark registration laws. SEE MORE
29 Nov 2021 CATEGORY IP ManagementPatent Management What is the structure of a patent application? We explain how to organize a common structure of a patent apllication. SEE MORE
10 Nov 2021 Are things back to Normal? At SHIP, we’ve decided its time for things to go back to the way they were. Over the next year, we will be making the rounds, San Francisco, Cupertino, NYC, Atlanta, Seattle, Chicago, ETC. If you’re in those areas and would like to sit down for a chat or have a drink to catch up, reach out! We would love the opportunity to remind you of what makes us special, to share with you the strides we’ve made toward an even more efficient process and how our agents and partners have done the same. SEE MORE
26 Oct 2021 CATEGORY NewsIP Management Global Innovation Index 2021: How has innovation evolved this year? In this article we analyze the ranking of the World Innovation Index and study how it reflects the importance of government investments SEE MORE
06 Oct 2021 European Union (EU) trademark: should I go for it or choose to file separate national applications? Trademark applicants are unsure whether to register an EU trademark or simply file directly and separately in different European countries. Most of the time, if the applicants are interested in more than one European country, filing an EU trademark will be the best option. SEE MORE
20 Sep 2021 CATEGORY NewsIP ManagementPatent Management Webinar- a Global Perspective on the Technology Commercialization Process Join our webinar as we share how Universities are dealing with the commercialization pathway of their R&D and the IP protection barriers they encounter SEE MORE
15 Sep 2021 CATEGORY Trademark ManagementIP ManagementPatent Management The Power of Change In the post we collect a reflection on the change linked to innovation, in the same way that considering changes in the way in which we organize our workflows can be in our best interest as an organization, an opportunity to both grow and improve. SEE MORE
17 Aug 2021 CATEGORY Trademark ManagementIP Management What are the trends in trademarks? In this post we analyze the latest trends in the trademark sector and comment on some of the changes that are affecting it worldwide, future forecasts, and the role of in-house industrial property lawyers in the short term according to the latest reports available on the market. SEE MORE
27 Jul 2021 CATEGORY IP ManagementPatent Management My invention does not meet the patent requirements: when to go for the utility model Utility models, an alternative protection system when a patent is not feasible. It is crucial to take a strategic approach to the IP rights landscape in the different jurisdictions, and to optimize the dissimilarities among the countries in favor of the inventor. The traditional way is not always the best way. SEE MORE
06 Jul 2021 3 Major Benefits to a Central IP Platform Parts of the IP process are extremely complex, but there are many parts that are moreso laborious and involve heavy coordination rather than a complex puzzle. At SHIP Global IP, we simplify that organization through a central platform called HELM©. Here we describe the 3 major benefits to work with SHIP Helm(R). SEE MORE
22 Jun 2021 SHIP Global IP launches a special trademark management module that facilitates trademark registration strategy throughout the world Today, SHIP Global IP has presented a specific trademark management module that enables the application and renovation costs in more than 200 jurisdictions to be checked and compared in just a few minutes. Version 3.0 of the SHIP HELM© technological platform also includes other new features, such as a special trademark management module designed by industry professionals with which users can request instant price quotes for commercial trademark registration around the world in just a few clicks. SEE MORE
01 Jun 2021 CATEGORY Trademark ManagementIP Management How the Trademark Modernization Act affects trademarks The Trademark Modernization Act will take effect in December 2021 in the United States. The changes introduced affect the registration application procedure and the way in which current legislation is applied in the face of potential infractions, especially when the registration comes from a foreign country. Here, SHIP summarizes the three most important modifications when applying for trademark registration with the USPTO. SEE MORE
11 May 2021 CATEGORY IP EventsIP Management 2021 World Intellectual Property Day World Intellectual Property Day is observed annually on 26 April. The event was created by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in 2000 to "raise awareness of how patents, copyright, trademarks and designs impact on daily life" and "to celebrate creativity, and the contribution made by creators and innovators to the development of societies across the globe". SEE MORE
27 Apr 2021 The value of intellectual property and patents in the small and medium business (SMB) sector. The SMB sector is dynamic and highly innovative, which is why you should be aware of the opportunities arising from registering the intellectual property of your innovation SEE MORE
13 Apr 2021 CATEGORY Trademark ManagementIP Management Non-traditional trademarks: what can I register? There are several other types of registrations that might adapt better to one’s idiosyncrasies, or even work better in terms of marketing. SEE MORE
18 Mar 2021 CATEGORY Trademark ManagementIP ManagementPatent Management IP + M&A = Headache During mergers and acquisitions, IP departments are challenged to align the IP strategies of both companies. Relying on an external experienced team will save IP Counsels from many headaches. SEE MORE
02 Mar 2021 CATEGORY Trademark ManagementIP ManagementPatent Management The DOs and DON’TS of Foreign Prosecution Cost Efficiency In the article we describe a few DOs and DON’Ts for maximizing budget efficiency while still ensuring full protection of your organization’s Intellectual Property: SEE MORE
09 Feb 2021 CATEGORY Patent TranslationTrademark ManagementIP ManagementIP TechnologyPatent Management Complacency, the greatest enemy of excellence Complacency keeps everyone from doing what would they knew would be most beneficial to them. In this post we invite readers to think about those new IP processes that can help them and how the complacency stops them form adopting new beneficial processes. SEE MORE
26 Jan 2021 Tech Transfer of Intellectual Property We explain what IP Tech Transfer is, how can be valued, the process and which sectors use it as a norm. SEE MORE
12 Jan 2021 CATEGORY IP ManagementPatent Management How do European patent annuity fees work? European patents have annuities, which are regulated and provided for in the European Patent Convention. Learn how these patent annuities work SEE MORE
22 Dec 2020 CATEGORY IP ManagementPatent Management Can I extend the term of my pharmaceutical patent? In the pharmaceutical or plant-protection fields, it is possible to extend the protection conferred by a patent to an active ingredient or combination of ingredients. It is crucial to understand the jurisdictions in which your patent is present so we can take advantage of the possibility of extending the patent duration. SEE MORE
01 Dec 2020 The importance of Search Performing good, professional searches prior to preparing and filing patent applications can be an effective way to avoid costly investment decisions, and even improve your application. SEE MORE
17 Nov 2020 Turning on the spout Dealing with 2020 have procured most of us experience to guide IP departments in different ways and through the water. Ideally, 2021 represents a year in which we are fully turning the faucet back on. Our latest blog post offers three interesting issues to consider for your IP strategy in 2021. SEE MORE
13 Nov 2020 SHIP Global IP signs the Diversity Charter During a virtual event hosted yesterday, SHIP Global IP signed the Diversity Charter, a letter/code of commitment that companies and institutions of the same country, regardless of their size, sign on a voluntary basis to promote their engagement with the fundamental principles of equality, the promotion of diversity, and non-discrimination. SEE MORE
14 Oct 2020 Injunctions in Intellectual Property Rights The overriding purpose of injunctive relief is to ensure that IP Rights infringements cease as soon as possible. If you think your IP might conflict with others or you want to know what precautionary measures are available for your IP portfolio, get in touch with us. Its important to remember, any petitioner seeking an injunction should always consult a very experienced attorney. SEE MORE
29 Sep 2020 Changes to intellectual property after Brexit, three months to go until the end of the transitional period Intellectual property will experience legislative changes as a result of the United Kingdom’s departure from the European Union. Do you want to discover what will happen to your trademarks and patents? SEE MORE
16 Sep 2020 How to increase the ROI of intellectual property through licensing Strategies for maximizing the return on investment (ROI) of intellectual property through licensing SEE MORE
01 Sep 2020 Why should we file patents in Brazil? Until recently, the number of patent applications received in Brazil did not correspond to the potential of a country with 210 million inhabitants and the ninth largest Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in the world. So, what is changing then? If you're curious, don't miss our latest blog entry by our colleague @André Sarmento. SEE MORE
05 Aug 2020 New crew member on board André Sarmento joins the European Sales Team at SHIP Global IP SEE MORE
04 Aug 2020 CATEGORY Patent TranslationTrademark ManagementPatent Management The Rise of Personalized Nutrition As consumer interest increases in personalized nutrition and precision medicine, so does innovation. The number of patent applications that reference personalized nutrition and/or nutrigenomics/nutrigenetics continue to increase. SEE MORE
21 Jul 2020 CATEGORY NewsPatent Management Routines- Mornings and IP Departments IP workflows should change over time to adapt your organization to the new reality and technological developments. SEE MORE
01 Jul 2020 CATEGORY Patent TranslationTrademark ManagementPatent Management The IP connecting force The connecting force behind the Tuán Gòu philosophy. At SHIP Global IP we work with both our Global Partners Firms and our Clients to make sure all parties involved get what they desire, while understanding that all parties must win, not be taken advantage of. SEE MORE
16 Jun 2020 How are patents managed around national defence and security? The Invention Secrecy Act of 1951 requires the government to enforce "secrecy orders" on certain patent applications that contain sensitive information, thereby restricting disclosure of the invention and withholding the grant of a patent. SEE MORE
02 Jun 2020 CATEGORY Patent TranslationTrademark ManagementPatent Management The strategic use of intellectual property to substantially increase the competitiveness of an SME Regardless of the sector in which you do business, it is more than likely you are generating a series of intellectual property assets that you are overlooking and, as a result, losing out on. There are companies, above all SMEs, who do not see the value of intellectual property and, therefore, do not even consider the future profits it might bring. Strategic use of intellectual property can substantially raise the competitiveness of an SME. SEE MORE
19 May 2020 CATEGORY Patent TranslationTrademark ManagementPatent Management Innovations to Bolster the Post COVID-19 Era The new stay-at-home economy provides opportunity for innovators to help people thrive in their new routines. To succeed in a WFH environment, workers will need access to resources and support to overcome the challenges of virtual workspaces and practices. SEE MORE
05 May 2020 CATEGORY IP TechnologyPatent Management Applying Supply Chain Principles to IP Prosecution How can large-scale supply chain operations strategies within organizations be applied to IP workflows within your organization? Our colleague @Drew Travis discusses how to apply supply chain principles to IP persecution. SEE MORE
22 Apr 2020 CATEGORY NewsIP TechnologyPatent Management A Clarion Call to Change 5 Pro-Tips for positioning yourself-- and your portfolio—for a possible recession due to the pandemic situation stemming from Covid-19. The post outlines tips to help Intellectual Property Deparments to react on a possible recession. SEE MORE
07 Apr 2020 CATEGORY NewsIP TechnologyPatent Management Who owns the IPR for AI creations? We are arguably very close to a time in the future in which computers will have the same, if not more intellectual capacity than humans. Then who owns the IPR for AI creations? According to the UK’s IP office, an AI cannot be listed as an inventor of a patent in a patent application as an AI is not a physical person. The intense debate continues... SEE MORE
24 Mar 2020 CATEGORY NewsIP TechnologyPatent Management Artificial intelligence (AI) as a creator of Intellectual Property (IP) We currently find ourselves going through an intense worldwide period of innovation and the development of artificial intelligence is leading us towards an unavoidable fundamental change. According to data provided by WIPO (The World Intellectual Property Organization), in terms of artificial intelligence and robotics, an increase in the number of patent software rights and even rules governing corporate secrets can be observed. SEE MORE
17 Mar 2020 At SHIP Global IP, we are always with you In relation to the global Coronavirus-COVID 19 epidemic, we would like to inform you that SHIP Global IP will continue to provide top-quality services to its customers, having adopted all necessary measures to ensure that we can continue to operate normally and safely while safeguarding the health of our employees, customers and collaborators at all times. SEE MORE
10 Mar 2020 CATEGORY NewsPatent TranslationTrademark ManagementPatent Management Silicon Hills – the Next Hub for Innovation In recent years, Austin has adopted the nickname “Silicon Hills.” Similar to its California counterpart, Austin has become an epicenter in the tech space. Austin is home to several leading tech and semiconductor companies such as Dell, NXP, HP, Google, AMD, Apple, Applied Materials, Cirrus Logic, Facebook, and Oracle. SEE MORE
25 Feb 2020 CATEGORY Patent TranslationTrademark ManagementPatent Management Taking the time to direct strategy IP departments should algo go through an annual operating plan process, assess their strategies and learn about the modernized workflows that technology has aided in creating. SEE MORE
28 Jan 2020 CATEGORY Patent TranslationTrademark ManagementPatent Management How to use unregistered IP to generate growth Intellectual property is a fantastic driver of economic growth. Protecting IP allows you to put a product on the market in an exclusive fashion, allowing you to demand a price premium for your invention. Intellectual Property rights are not just essential but are also a proven significant driver to generate growth. SEE MORE
15 Jan 2020 CES 2020, a showcase for technological innovation Every January, CES, the world's biggest technology fair opened its doors to present the next generation of innovation destined to change the world in the coming years: redefining industries, creating jobs and meeting many of society's challenges. From among the hundreds of innovations presented in Las Vegas, we have selected seven that particularly caught our attention, and which we believe will inspire, connect and change our lives for the better. SEE MORE
03 Dec 2019 CATEGORY Patent TranslationTrademark ManagementPatent Management Eight reasons for choosing an IP portfolio management company to coordinate your filing processes Engaging an external partner that specializes in intellectual property services can be of great benefit to many companies. There are countless suppliers on the market providing specific services, but having several suppliers only fragments the services that your portfolio requires. SEE MORE
13 Nov 2019 CATEGORY NewsPatent Management FRAND licensing and why is so important for technical standards FRAND is the acronym for Fair, Reasonable And Non-Discriminatory. It generally comes up in antitrust cases when an owner of intellectual property rights (IPR) refuses to grant a license on FRAND terms. FRAND is a big part of how many of the world’s busiest filers license their patents. SEE MORE
29 Oct 2019 CATEGORY IP TechnologyPatent Management What is a Standard Essential Patent (SEP)? A standard-essential patent (SEP) claims an invention that must be used to comply with a technical standard. All the information you need to understand how SEPs work by SHIP Global IP. SEE MORE
05 Sep 2019 The Global Innovation Index and its relationship with economic growth Innovative activity is without doubt one of the drivers of economic and social development. This is assuredly the reason why the Global Innovation Index report, published annually by WIPO, has become a global benchmark that helps legislators better understand how to stimulate and measure innovative activity and its impact on economic growth and development. The Global Innovation Index 2019, co-published by WIPO, Cornell University and INSEAD, ranks the results of innovation in almost 130 countries and economies in different regions of the world based on some 80 indicators. These indicators include a measurement of investment in R&D, the number of patent and trademark applications, and the growth of high-tech exports, among others. SEE MORE
05 Apr 2019 Outside Counsel Panelist at Boots Annual IP Summit announced! And, we are delighted to announce the 4 panelists that will discuss at the Outside Counsel Panel organized within the 2nd Annual Boots IP Summit, to be held in Galveston, TX, on April 12th. Under the title “Fishing for Effective Outside Counsel”,... SEE MORE
05 Apr 2019 IP Leadership Panelist at Boots on the Bay IP Summit announced! We are thrilled to announce the 4 panelists who will join the first out of two panels organized within the 2nd Annual Boots IP Summit, to be held in Galveston, TX, on April 12th. The IP Leadership Panel, titled “Avoiding Unforeseen Consequences of... SEE MORE
03 Apr 2019 Third Keynote Speaker at Boots on the Bay IP Summit announced! As organizers of the 2nd Annual Boots IP Summit, we are really excited to present our last, but not least, keynote speaker. Scott Hayden, Vice President Intellectual Property and Associate General Counsel at Amazon.com will be speaking at Boots on the Bay... SEE MORE
02 Apr 2019 Second Keynote Speaker at Boots on the Bay IP Summit announced! We are very pleased to announce that Keith Witek, Senior Vice President of Corporate Development, Strategy, and General Counsel at SiFive is our second Keynote Speaker at Boots on the Bay IP Summit. Keith leads various cross-functional teams to enable... SEE MORE
13 Mar 2019 SHIP Global IP announces 2nd Annual Boots IP Summit We are very pleased to announce the Annual Boots IP Summit will be held in Galveston, Texas on April 12th, 2019. Boots on the Bay is the 2nd Annual Boots IP Summit organized by SHIP Global IP. Our Annual Boots IP Summit brings together a nurtured group of... SEE MORE
11 Mar 2019 First Keynote Speaker at Boots on the Bay IP Summit announced! We are very pleased to announce that Enrique Abarca, Chief IP at Nabors Industries and Professor at Rice University will be our first Keynote Speaker at Boots on the Bay IP Summit. Enrique Abarca has extensive experience in providing transformational and... SEE MORE
05 Nov 2018 How intellectual property impacts European rights Intellectual property and how such rights affect the public in European Union member states. We tell you what you need to know SEE MORE
07 Aug 2018 China moves up the global Intellectual Property ranking According to numerous experts in the patents sector, China is quickly catching up with the United States when it comes to intellectual property, making strides towards its goal to position itself as the preeminent global technology power. Worldwide... SEE MORE
10 Jul 2018 Requirements for patenting software or apps in Europe Applications and software have improved the quality of our lives and have become very valuable. What requirements must we meet to patent our application? SEE MORE
05 Jun 2018 The inventive step: requirement for patentability Inventive step is one of the requirements (after innovation and industry) to patent a product. Consult all the information available on this requirement SEE MORE
08 May 2018 Patents as the key to technological information Patents, all the technical and technological information you need for your research, courtesy of companies like SHIP SEE MORE
03 Apr 2018 Five weird patents and ingenious solutions 5 weird patents you would never have thought could be registered You too can bring out your inner inventor and patent something SEE MORE
27 Feb 2018 Telling the difference between patents and utility models Understanding the basic differences between patents and utility models: requirements, uses, application times, and duration of exclusivity SEE MORE
18 Dec 2017 Patents to Protect your Company Company protection: in this article we explain why patents have become essential for the economy, Amazon as a case study, and SHIP’s services SEE MORE
20 Nov 2017 How patents for colors and compositions work It is now possible to patent colors and compositions and SHIP explains how you can protect what is yours or what you invented SEE MORE
15 Nov 2017 SHIP Global IP exhibits at IP Service World Europe’s largest IP Convention & Trade Fair offers a perfect opportunity to stay tuned for IP hot topics like the digitalization of IP, the unitary patent, IP Analytics as well as a systematic overview of all relevant Intellectual Property solution... SEE MORE
11 Oct 2017 New EU trademark reforms in force starting on October 1st, 2017 The EU trademark reform is a relevant advancement in administrative practice. Its goal is to make the system more efficient, clearer and more harmonized. Since October 1st, Regulation (EU) 2017/1001 of the European Parliament and the... SEE MORE
14 Sep 2017 The importance of patent translation Patent translation guarantees all intellectual property and industrial property rights worldwide and that the businesses assert their competitiveness. SEE MORE
08 Aug 2017 The importance of patents patents, in this article we describe why patents are the legal guarantee to protect an idea and benefit from it in the mid term SEE MORE
07 Aug 2017 Unitary patent: Germany may block entering into force of Unitary Patent at the beginning of 2018 In the middle of June, the German newspaper "Frankfurter Allgemeine" reported that the German Constitutional Court requested the President of the Federal Republic of Germany not to proceed with the ratification of the UPCA, which has already been approved by... SEE MORE
30 Sep 2016 SHIP Team were attending the 44th IPO´S Annual meeting in New York On September 11-13, 2016 New York (USA) hosted the 44th IPO´s Annual Meeting. Intellectual Property Owners Association (IPO), is a trade association for owners of patents, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets. IPO serves all intellectual property... SEE MORE
28 Sep 2016 Europe issues better patents than US: Europe Patent Boss By Andrew Chung REUTERS Amid growing concerns by some U.S. lawmakers that federal officials may be granting patents that fuel abusive litigation, the head of the European Patent Office says his agency is producing better-quality patents than its American... SEE MORE
28 Sep 2016 SHIP Team were attending the 138th INTA's Annual Meeting in Orlando On May 21-25, 2016 Orlando (USA) hosted the 138th INTA’s (the International Trademark Association) Annual Meeting. This year’s conference attracted a record number of participants — more than 10,000.00 of 149 countries from all over the world. The... SEE MORE
28 Sep 2016 SHIP at the Patente Lawyer Magazine SHIP Global IP: The new rising star in the intelectual property sector. SHIP is an Intellectual Property portfolio management company and one of the world's leading patent management service providers. It combines the know-how of the intellectual property... SEE MORE
28 Sep 2016 Milan challeges London for patent court By Jane Croft for FT Milan wants to replace London as the site of a new court to rule on pharmaceutical patents in Europe, arguing that the UK should be excluded in the wake of the Brexit vote. The new court is part of the long-awaited unitary European... SEE MORE