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Advisory Services

Invention Due Diligence

Patent Protection

Marketing

Before filing a patent application, it’s important to complete Invention Due Diligence (IDD), which prioritizes ROI over simply patent protection. IDD can save tens of thousands of dollars in legal fees and patent costs.

IDD is full-spectrum business analysis, which not only takes into account the potential for Patent Protection, but also Marketing and Finance.

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Patent Protection begins with an invention disclosure and a review of the known prior art. Then, an in-depth prior art search and a legal opinion on patentability. But what then?

Too often, organizations jump right to patent drafting and prosecution, but it’s really important to first understand the commercial scope and potential value of the invention. That’s where IDD comes in.

Understanding supply and demand is critical, as are geographic region and competition. Market segmentation is important, and mapping the supply–demand value network will help focus on the best opportunities.

Novel inventions become true innovation when they tap into unrealized demand and create new markets, but not all organizations can capitalize on such opportunities. IDD can help light the best path forward.

Finance

For any business, invention and monetization go hand-in-hand, and competition for investment capital can be fierce, which is why it's important to consider current operations and resources before pursuing a patent.

Most importantly, and taking into account the time value of money, what do marketing and finance say about how the invention will impact the future performance of the business?

We Can Help

At Emberstoke, we are both management consultants and registered patent practitioners. We uniquely positioned at the intersection of Patent Law and Business Development.

Whether you're looking to monetize your invention through a product or service, licensing, or M&A, Emberstoke and IDD can help maximize your ROI.

Invention Due Diligence

OVERVIEW OF PRE-PATENT ADVISORY SERVICES

Patent Protection

• Invention disclosure interviews

• Review known prior art

• Prior art search

• Invention scope

• Patentability opinion

Marketing

• Targeted market research

• Market geography

• Segmentation

• Value network

• Competition

• Market strategy

Finance

• Capability assessment

• Resource requirements

• Road show support

• Invention monetization

• Invention IRR vs. cost of capital

• Net present value analysis

FAQ

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What deliverables do you provide?

Our typical engagement results in the delivery of an Invention Due Diligence Report, which in addition to a prior art search and patentability opinion, includes invention-specific market and financial analysis.

How long will it take?

While there is no one-size-fits all solution when it comes to IDD, we strive to complete an IDD Report in 30 days or less from the date of invention disclosure interviews.

How much does it cost?

Emberstoke provides services on a flat fee (not to exceed) basis, which we will detail in the project proposal. The fee will depend on the scope of work, but typical single-invention engagements are often in the range of $2,500–$8,500. While this does not include any patent drafting or prosecution work, Investment Due Diligence can potentially save you tens of thousands of dollars in legal fees and patent costs.

Where are you located?

We are located in the Pacific Northwest region of North America, near the city of Seattle, Washington, USA.

Can you work onsite?

Yes, we recognize that secrecy and confidentiality are paramount in our work, and your Emberstoke consultant can arrange to work onsite during the project. Any travel costs and related expenses will be detailed in the project proposal.

Is Emberstoke a patent law firm?

Emberstoke consultants are registered Patent Agents and are authorized to practice matters of law before the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and the World Intellectual Property Office (WIPO), including patent drafting and prosecution, as well as post-grant matters before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB). Emberstoke consultants do not practice matters of law before any courts, and Emberstoke is not a full service patent law firm.

Can you draft a license agreement?

No, a license agreement is a matter of contract law, which is outside the scope of patent drafting and prosecution before the USPTO. If you already have a patent and need a license agreement, we recommend you contact a Patent Attorney.

Can you help me sell my invention?

Maybe. Emberstoke is focused on helping client monetize their inventions, maximize their ROI, and gain real value, which may involve recommending a strategy based on products or services, licensing, or M&A. That said, Emberstoke does not provide direct brokerage services for inventions or patents.

Can you tell me what my invention is worth?

Yes, but the answer is highly dependent on a complex array of parameters, including business resources, scope of the invention, market demand, competition, and cost of capital, to name a few. Emberstoke's Invention Due Diligence service aims to answer this very question.

Do you provide patent valuations?

No, Emberstoke does not provide patent valuations for accounting or tax purposes. We offer pre-patent invention due diligence services with a focus on ROI relative to patent protection, marketing, and finance considerations.

Let’s Connect

Free Consultation

Let's get to know each other.

You can book a free 30-minute no-obligation consultation and learn more about Emberstoke and Invention Due Diligence.

This is a confidential consultation. If you are thinking about filing a patent application for a new invention, we can help you navigate the many financial considerations prior to making that investment.