Intellectual Property Due Diligence for Cross-Border Market Entry

India's technology industry has emerged as a global powerhouse, driven by a vast pool of skilled talent and a thriving startup ecosystem. Renowned for its expertise in software services and business process outsourcing, the region has expanded its footprint into areas like artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and e-commerce. With a strong emphasis on innovation and digital transformation, India is rapidly positioning itself as a leading player in the global technology landscape.

Intellectual Property safeguards the innovative ideas, software, designs, and processes that drive technological advancements. By protecting these intangible assets, IP empowers companies to invest in research and development, attract investors, and maintain a competitive edge. It fosters a culture of innovation by rewarding creativity and incentivizing the creation of new products and services. Ultimately, IP is essential for driving economic growth and shaping the future of technology.

A short session elucidating Indian IP legal regime is planned with the following session objectives.

Session Objectives:

• To highlight the opportunities for intellectual property (IP) protection and challenges in India.

• To offer practical advice on IP protection whence entering India.

   

Target Audience:

EU-SMP SMEs, Entrepreneurs, Business Support Organisations interested in expanding their business to India.

Session Plan (50-55 mins):

14.00 – 14.05 Opening Speech (Eurochambres and Eskişehir Chamber of Industry)

14.05 – 14.45 Introduction – India IP SME Helpdesk

• Intellectual Property Audit and Internationalisation Strategies
• EU-India FTA Agreement Overview
• Brief introduction on Made in Europe - Industrial Accelerator Act
• Introduction to the India IP system, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets
• Judicial system and IP enforcement procedures in India

14:40– 15.00 Q&A