IP in the ICT sector

EU SMEs have to bear in mind that ICT products are innovation-intensive and often require the combination of different technologies to operate. Just think of the mobile sector: smartphones allow you to make calls, take photos, access the Internet, listen to music or make contactless payments. Those activities often involve the implementation of different technologies and creative works in the same product. All these components of the creation will, most likely, require different Intellectual Property Rights to ensure a full and adequate protection of your product.