Innovation Talks - The IP Podcast for SMEs: Recent Episodes
Fraser Macdonald
The Innovation Talks series aims to deliver the latest news and views from around the intellectual property world through Murgitroyd's IP experts in its 18 global offices. Please send any questions or comments to innovation.talks@murgitroyd.com or visit murgitroyd.com.
In this podcast, Thomas Gibb speaks to John Young about his role as Head of the European Patent Validation team at Murgitroyd. They discuss the European patent validation process and how we support our clients. This podcast is part of a mini series dedicated to the evolution of IP. Get in touch with our team! […] The post S08E03: What is the role of the European Patent Validation team in the patent process? appeared first on Murgitroyd, European Patent & Trade Mark Attorneys.
In this podcast, Thomas Gibb speaks to Stephen MacInnes about his role as Head of the Renewals team at Murgitroyd. They discuss the renewals process for all IP rights and how we support our clients. This podcast is part of a mini series dedicated to the evolution of IP. Get in touch with our team! […] The post S08E02: What is the role of the Renewals team in the patent process? appeared first on Murgitroyd, European Patent & Trade Mark Attorneys.
In this podcast Wendy Crosby speaks to Ben Leonard about his entrepreneurial journey and current venture. They also discuss the role Intellectual Property has played in supporting Ben’s business and in particular the impact design rights have had on his IP protection. This podcast provides a fascinating insight into Ben’s journey. Get in touch with […] The post S08E01: Interview with Ben Leonard, founder of Beast Gear appeared first on Murgitroyd, European Patent & Trade Mark Attorneys.
In this podcast, Thomas Gibb speaks to Lyndsey MacLennan about her role as Head of International Filing (UK) at Murgitroyd. They also discuss IP Portal, what it is and how it impacts the patent process. This podcast is part of a mini series dedicated to the evolution of IP. Get in touch with our team! […] The post S07E15: Evolution of IP – what is IP Portal and what role does it play in the patent process? appeared first on Murgitroyd, European Patent & Trade Mark Attorneys.
Two of Murgitroyd’s newest trainee Patent Attorneys, Ashley Tambe and Kyle Sandilands, discuss their early careers in intellectual property, what attracted them to the profession and finally what advice they would pass on to anyone interested in starting a career as a Patent Attorney. Murgitroyd’s next open day will take place on February 3rd 2022 […] The post S07E14: Joining the IP Profession appeared first on Murgitroyd, European Patent & Trade Mark Attorneys.
In this second and final part of our mini series on contracts, Rosie Hardy, Director Patents discusses Heads of Terms and confidentiality agreements. Rosie shares stories and best practice with IP Solicitor Deborah Niven. Get in touch with our team! If you would like to speak to one of our experts, please contact them directly […] The post S07E13: Collaboration agreements, Part 2 – Heads of terms and confidentiality agreements appeared first on Murgitroyd, European Patent & Trade Mark Attorneys.
This is part 1 of a mini podcast series on contracts. Rosie Hardy, Director, Patents discusses the importance of IP clauses in employee and contractor contracts. This is a podcast for you if you are have employees or if you are supported by contractors. Thank you to Deborah Niven for your precious insights! Get in […] The post S07E12: Collaboration agreements, Part 1 – Employee and contractor contracts appeared first on Murgitroyd, European Patent & Trade Mark Attorneys.
In this podcast, Seán Harte and Joseph Spencer discuss key aspects to consider when setting up an IP policy, from licenses, inventor obligations, record keeping, trade secrets, consultants and contractors to the impact company wide of an IP policy. Please contact Sean for a review of your existing IP policy or for advice on how […] The post S07E11: Key aspects to consider when setting up an IP policy appeared first on Murgitroyd, European Patent & Trade Mark Attorneys.
In this podcast, we hear from Thomas Gibb and Claire Gray about the role patent administrators play in the Intellectual Property Industry as part of the first podcast in a mini series dedicated to the evolution of IP. Get in touch with our team! If you would like to speak to one of our experts, […] The post S07E10: Evolution of IP – what is the role of a patent administrator? appeared first on Murgitroyd, European Patent & Trade Mark Attorneys.
This week Vicky Pugsley speaks with Graeme Purdy, CEO of Ilika Technologies on his fascinating journey from start-up to public listing. It is also a great personal journey. A not-to-be missed podcast for all entrepreneurs! Get in touch with our team! If you would like to speak to one of our experts, please contact them […]
In part two of our Innovation Boards podcast, Rosie Hardy (Director, Patents) and Gabrielle Radault (Senior Patent Attorney) discuss innovation boards in relation to your future business and innovations as well as the types of issues you need to consider in relation to future innovations and competitor IP. Get in touch with our team! If […]
In this episode, Helsinki-based Robert Ljungberg (Director, Patents) speaks to Stefan Larsson, Supply Chain Manager at Swedish-based CEJN. Robert works closely with Stefan to help consolidate all of CEJN’s IP rights and ensure they remain protected. Get in touch with our team! If you would like to speak to one of our experts, please contact […]
Kevin Toner speaks to Brendan Rorrison from Leyton UK about how your company can benefit from research and development tax relief. Kevin and Brendan hope to help you understand more about the benefits and the importance of tax relief when it comes to R&D. Leyton is an international consulting firm dedicated to the economic, ecological […]
Wendy Crosby (Director, Patents and Head of Designs Team) and Eleanor Coates (Director, Trade Marks) discuss the crossover in protection between Trade Marks and Designs. Wendy and Eleanor will look at the advantages of design registration and opportunities when it comes to additional protection through areas such as branding and packaging. Get in touch with […]
Eleanor Coates (Director, Trade Marks), Wendy Crosby (Director, Patents and Head of Designs Team) and Steven Suèr (Director, Patents) explore the finer points of Brexit and the impact it is likely to have on your Intellectual Property – specifically Patents, Trade Marks and Registered and Unregistered Designs. Our team take an in depth look at […]
What information is required when you file your initial patent application? This is a common question but is even more important to address during the current lockdown as many inventors and R&D teams are working at a distance. Helen Lavery and David Keane outline what you need. Get in touch with our team! If you […]
An IP audit can benefit businesses and is a good place to start if you are looking to take advantage of IP protection. It will show what IP already exists within your business and highlights other areas where you could take advantage of IP protection. Terry Devlin speaks to Holly Cameron about his views on […]
How can you mark products to highlight particular IP rights? Marking products is often overlooked but it is very important that it is done right. Catherine Bonner and Tom Gibb talk about the benefits and what you need to do to get it right. Get in touch with our team! If you would like to […]
There are a number of misconceptions and misunderstandings about Intellectual Property. Catherine Bonner and Tom Gibb try to demystify some of the more common IP myths. Get in touch with our team! If you would like to speak to one of our experts, please contact them directly or email us at innovation.talks@murgitroyd.com. Find us on […]
Murgitroyd has many years of defending and enforcing clients’ Intellectual Property rights. David Mansell and Keith Jones discuss the ways in which they go about this. Get in touch with our team! If you would like to speak to one of our experts, please contact them directly or email us at innovation.talks@murgitroyd.com. Find us on […]
Intellectual Property can be a key component to the success of any size of business. David Mansell and Keith Jones discuss the many hidden benefits of IP protection and attempt to breakdown why the initial costs could benefit your company in the long term. Get in touch with our team! If you would like to […]
Choosing an Intellectual Property advisor to work with can be critical to your business. Catherine Bonner and Mark Earnshaw discuss why it’s important to pick the right IP partner and what you can look out for when going through this process. Get in touch with our team! If you would like to speak to one […]
What are Trade Secrets and what makes them different to other forms of Intellectual Property such as Patent Protection? Terry Devlin and James Brown discuss the main differences and which form of IP protection your company could take advantage of. Get in touch with our team! If you would like to speak to one of […]
What should you consider when protecting a new product or new innovation? Catherine Bonner and Tom Gibb discuss the important areas of consideration when doing this and how intellectual property should be an important area to look at. Get in touch with our team! If you are launching a new product or innovation and would […]
Why is it important to register your company’s logo or name as a trade mark? Dewdney Drew and Alain Godement discuss the benefits of having a registered trade mark to put your business in a strong position and why you should speak to an expert at the earliest opportunity to avoid infringement. Get in touch […]
There are a number of ways in which you can register a trade mark. Dewdney Drew and Alain Godement discuss the different types and ways you can do this and the difficulties SMEs and Start-ups might face. Get in touch with our team! If you would like to speak to one of our experts, please […]
In this bonus episode of the Innovation Talks podcast, Catherine Bonner talks to Co-founder and CEO of Southampton-based semiconductor business Cascoda, Bruno Johnson. Catherine and Bruno discuss the IP Cascoda currently have within their business and particularly the IP throughout the life-cycle of Cascoda so far. Cascoda is a semiconductor company who manufacture microchips and […]
James Brown speaks to Terry Devlin as they discuss how you can identify gaps in your IP protection. They also give examples of how you can conduct a review of your Intellectual Property. Get in touch with our team! If you would like to speak to one of our experts, please contact them directly or […]
Design protection helps you protect the aesthetics of your product and can be an important component in your Intellectual Property strategy. Listen to the second part of our Designs podcasts to find out what you should think about when it comes to Design protection. Get in touch with our team! If you would like to […]
Design protection helps you protect the aesthetics of your product and can be an important component in your Intellectual Property strategy. Listen to the first part of our Designs podcasts to find out more about Design protection and how can it help your business. Get in touch with our team! If you would like to […]
Eleanor Coates talks you through what you need to know when it comes to Brexit. Visit Murgitroyd’s Brexit Hub to discover more about how it could impact your business. Read more about the latest on the UPC with Tom Gibb’s Legal Update. Get in touch with our team! If you’re unsure about how Brexit could […]
Chris Cairns and Mike Vettese talk about trade marks and what you need to know if you are a start-up or launching a new product. What do they cover? 1 – The issue of trade mark infringement 2 – Trade mark searches 3 – Co-existence agreements 4 – Domain names 5 – Speak to a […]
Eleanor Coates and Catherine Bonner speak about some of the key steps in the ‘Innovation Lifecycle of IP’ and how an ongoing approach to innovation and creating an IP Strategy can help your business stay ahead of your competition. What is The Innovation Lifecycle of IP? 1 – Create: Putting your portfolio together 2 – […]
Are you aware of the different types of Intellectual Property your business has? It might not be immediately obvious but Eleanor Coates and Catherine Bonner try to help by discussing some key steps you can take to identify your business’ IP. We will answer your most frequently asked questions: – What are the different types […]
The first steps in IP can be confusing – here are our thoughts on how a Patent or Trade Mark Attorney will help you. We will answer your most frequently asked questions: – Who to turn to for advice on Intellectual Property? – What is the difference between an IP Attorney and an IP Solicitor? […]
In this podcast, Jamie Allan and Steven Suèr discuss the importance of thinking about patent protection before you publicise your company’s invention or idea. Get in touch with our team! For further information on this subject, please do not hesitate to contact Jamie or Steven directly or emailing us at innovation.talks@murgitroyd.com Find us on Twitter […]
In this podcast, Catherine Bonner and Rebecca Dobson discuss what you can do to make sure you don’t copy someone else’s Intellectual Property. Get in touch with our team! For further information on this subject, please do not hesitate to contact us – innovation.talks@murgitroyd.com Find us on Twitter using @Murgitroyd.