Fact sheet: Joint Ventures
Organisations need to anticipate and properly manage legal aspects, in order to be able to maximise the financial gains that such settlements aim for. Generally, joint ventures have the goal to further develop and/or commercialise intellectual assets belonging to existing organisations, through a separate legal entity or in project collaborations. The present fact sheet focuses on joint ventures and will put forward some practical and legal issues, mainly from the perspective of the ownership and exploitation of intellectual property.
Infographic: Spin-offs & Joint Ventures
Intellectual Property (IP) commercialisation can take different forms. The financial success of any IP exploitation will certainly depend on the choice of the most appropriate commercialisation form, which should be based on: the organisation’s business objectives, the form of intellectual property, the economic resources as its disposal. This infographic showcases key concepts of IP commercialisation, with a particular focus on spin-offs and joint ventures.
Fact Sheet: Spin-offs
Spin-off, also known as “spin-out” are entities intended as a separate legal entity created by a parent organisation to exploit its intellectual assets. This fact sheet deals with the creation and management of spin-offs as instruments for the commercialisation of intellectual property (IP) rights. It also identifies the key factors to create a well-conceived spin-off company with a main emphasis on the IP-related aspects that can contribute to its success.
Training Recording: IP Commercialisation and Licensing
The commercialisation of intellectual property (IP) involves turning an idea or invention into a commodity that can be bought and sold. This training session provides a general overview of essential concepts in the field of IP licensing, along with tips for negotiation and avoiding common pitfalls. The training also cover different types of contracts and agreements, including assignments and distribution agreements.
