Step Two for Assessing M&A Business Opportunities

Step 2. Identify Intellectual Property.     It is now possible to list the intellectual property associated with each asset. The product may be the subject of one or more forms of intellectual property. For example a product sold under a trademark may also be covered by one or more patents and may be [...]

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Step One for Assessing M&A Business Opportunities

Step 1. Identify Products and Services.   As a first step, one should inventory the products and services involved in the transaction. It is important that no product or service be overlooked. For example a contributor may be well known for producing or distributing a particular product line, but may also distribute other [...]

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Using IP Processes to Assess M&A Business Opportunities

Another important business process which intellectual assets play a key role in the decision is that of a merger, acquisition, joint venture, or alliance. When considering a merger, acquisition, joint venture, or alliance, a company must examine relevant intellectual assets in the context of that company’s business objectives. Identifying proprietary assets, assessing their [...]

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