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Why Choose TT Consultants for FTO Search?
- Experienced team of 250+ members, comprising Ph.D. holders, Ex-USPTO Examiners, Patent Agents, and Masters degree holders, having expertise in core domains.
- Native language capabilities in 16+ countries, including CN, JP, KR, with regional database coverage for accurate native language search results.
- Comprehensive analysis of prior art from 15+ databases.
- Family analysis to identify threat level of infringing patent.
- Interim results and constant communication enabling control over the search direction.
- Customized pricing plans for each budget and set of requirements.
- Non-disclosure agreements signed with clients to protect sensitive information.
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– Analyze Market for Product
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– Evaluate Investment in a Market
– Consider Product Development Direction
– Find Licensing Opportunities
Benefit from TT Consultant’s Freedom to Operate Search Service:
AI & LLM-assisted Proprietary Platform XLSCOUT complemented with human expertise
Customized FTO searches tailored to your business needs
Critical business insights
Mitigate risks and make informed decisions
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FAQs
What is freedom to operate (FTO) patent search?
The freedom to operate (FTO) patent search, also called a patent clearance search, is done to identify the potentially infringing or potentially blocking in force patents in a jurisdiction of interests.
The FTO patent search prevents an inventor from future litigation and infringement risks after product commercialization.
What are the attributes of freedom to operate search?
The main attributes of the freedom to operate in patents search are the time frame, legal status, the expiration date, and the jurisdiction of interests.
How much will it cost to perform FTO search?
The cost of performing freedom to operate (FTO) patent search ranges up to $30000, depending upon the complexity nature, geographical coverage, and other parameters.
When is the right time to perform patent search fto?
During the search, any document which is in the public domain, be it a granted patent, a patent application or a non-patent reference existing on or before the present day when the search is conducted that covers the major aspects of the invention according to the client/applicant/inventor requirements is considered as a prior art, also known as background art. The non-patent references include research papers, thesis, standards, white papers, e-mails, conversations, newsletters, products, articles, videos, blogposts, any internet publications, etc.
Who requests for FTO patent search?
An individual, an SME, an entity that has an intention for product commercialization in a specific jurisdiction should conduct FTO analysis to ensure that their product has not violated any in-force patents.
What is the role of a patent search firm in conducting an FTO search?
The role of a patent search firm in conducting an FTO patent search is to provide a comprehensive analysis of the relevant patents and other intellectual property rights that may be relevant to the product or service in question. The search firm will review relevant patents, patent applications, and other public records to assess whether there are any potential infringement risks associated with the product or service.
What kind of information is included in an FTO search report?
A freedom to operate search report typically includes a comprehensive analysis of relevant patents and other intellectual property rights, including an assessment of potential infringement risks. The report may also include recommendations for mitigating legal risks associated with the product or service in question. Additionally, the report may include information on the patent landscape for the relevant technology area, including any emerging trends or key players in the market.
What are the consequences of not conducting a freedom to operate analysis?
The consequences of not conducting a freedom to operate analysis can be significant. If a product or service infringes on an existing patent or other intellectual property right, the owner of that right may be able to seek damages or an injunction to prevent the product or service from being sold or used in the market. This could result in significant legal costs, lost revenue, and damage to the company’s reputation. Conducting an freedom to operate analysis can help to identify potential infringement risks and enable companies to take steps to mitigate those risks before launching a product or service.
Can an FTO search be conducted for a product or service that has already been launched?
An FTO (Freedom to Operate) search can be conducted for a product or service that has already been launched. The purpose of an FTO search is to assess whether a product or service infringes upon the intellectual property rights of others. Even if a product or service has already been launched, it may still be subject to potential infringement claims, and an FTO search can help identify any such risks.
