IP-R&D · Technology Discovery

Can companies with limited in-house R&D use IP-R&D?

Yes. Product, market, competitor and patent analysis can reveal development directions and protectable opportunities even in distribution, trade and service businesses.

Yes. Product, market, competitor and patent analysis can reveal development directions and protectable opportunities even in distribution, trade and service businesses.

What to review

IP-R&D is a strategy process, not simply a patent search.

Strategic approach

Existing products and customer pain points are valuable starting data.

Practical point

Invention creation is collaborative: client know-how plus patent/technology analysis.

How SKY approaches the issue

Commercialization planning should be connected to filing decisions.

Official references

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This article is general information based on official materials reviewed in August 2026. Requirements may change and should be confirmed for each matter.

OFFICIAL IP DATABASES

Official Patent & IP Search Resources

Direct links to major official databases for patent, trademark, design and international IP searches.