Understanding the different types of IP search is essential for any company or inventor navigating the complex world of intellectual property. Each search serves a specific purpose and provides critical information at different stages of the innovation journey. At IP Brigade, we specialize in providing comprehensive types of IP searches that help businesses protect their […]

In today’s knowledge-driven economy, intellectual property is the ultimate currency. For companies navigating the complex terrain of technological innovation, intuition alone is not enough. Success requires a precise, evidence-based map of the intellectual property landscape. This is where patent landscape investigations emerge as a critical strategic discipline. At IP Brigade, we specialize in transforming vast, […]

In today’s hyper-competitive global market, innovation is not just about creating the next big thing—it’s about navigating a complex maze of existing and emerging technologies. For companies, investors, and R&D teams, understanding this maze is paramount. This is where Competitive Patent Landscape Mapping emerges as an indispensable strategic tool. At IP Brigade, we don’t just […]

Every innovator’s journey begins with that spark—a unique solution to a nagging problem, a revolutionary twist on an old design, or a completely novel process. In that moment of inspiration, a critical question arises: “Can I protect this? Is my idea patentable?” The path from a brilliant concept to a legally protected asset is not […]

In the patent filing process, inventors often focus heavily on claims, specifications, and prior art searches—while unintentionally overlooking one of the most critical components of a successful application: Technical Drawing. Filing with non-technical drawing is one of the most common yet preventable reasons patent applications face formal objections, prolonged examination, or outright rejection. Patent offices […]

For first-time inventors and early-stage startups, the journey from idea to innovation often starts with a simple online search. Many innovators assume that if an idea does not appear on Google, it must be new. Unfortunately, this assumption is one of the most common and costly mistakes in the patent process. Understanding Patent Search vs […]

In today’s competitive innovation environment, intellectual property decisions can determine whether a product succeeds or fails in the marketplace. Among the most commonly misunderstood IP services are Patent Validity Search and Patentability Search. Although they both involve prior art analysis, their objectives, scope, and business applications are very different. Confusion around Patent Validity Search vs […]

In today’s fast-moving innovation landscape, launching a new product without proper intellectual property due diligence can be extremely risky. One overlooked patent can lead to costly infringement lawsuits, delayed market entry, or forced redesigns. This is why FTO Searches—Freedom to Operate Searches—are critical for businesses of all sizes. Despite their importance, many companies still make […]

What Is FTO and Why Now? In today’s innovation-driven economy, patent infringement disputes are rising rapidly across industries such as software, biotechnology, electronics, and AI. As companies race to commercialize new products, the risk of infringing existing patents has never been higher. This is where Patent Validity Searches and Freedom to Operate (FTO) analysis play […]

In the global innovation landscape, technology juggernauts like Google, Apple, and Microsoft often overshadow emerging players. But a closer examination of the patent ecosystem reveals a surprising truth—lesser-known companies, especially those specializing in niche technologies, are accelerating at an unprecedented pace. Among these rising powerhouses, Coupang, the South Korean e-commerce disruptor, and Wave Life Sciences, […]