IPRs
Different ideas. Different forms of protection.
Intellectual property rights (IPRs) protect different aspects of innovation. More than one form of protection may apply, and the appropriate combination can change as the technology and commercial plans develop.
FIVE FORMS OF PROTECTION
Protecting different aspects of innovation.
A product or business may involve several forms of intellectual property. Each protects something different, and the appropriate combination depends on the technology, appearance, content, brand and confidential knowledge involved.
Patents
Protect technical inventions, including how a product, system or process works.
Registered Designs
Protect the appearance of a product, including features such as shape, configuration, pattern and ornamentation.
Copyright
May protect original works such as software code, technical drawings, written content and graphical material.
Trade Marks
Protect signs that distinguish the goods or services of one business from those of another, including names and logos.
Trade Secrets
Protect valuable technical or commercial information that is identified and kept confidential.
A single product may involve several forms of intellectual property protection. RIDAN IP can help identify the relevant features, consider whether formal protection or confidentiality is appropriate and coordinate advice where another specialist is required.
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