The extant patent landscape, market
scenario and technological trends in a particular field are reviewed to determine key technocommerical issues and imperatives. It provides a snapshot of crowding in any technical area; R&D focus of competitors; aggressive IP protection activity; potential patentability challenges; and, much more in the given field.

It encompasses searching the body of prior knowledge enshrined in patents, public documents and other publications to corroborate the
existence of an inventive step in a concept and to assess the likelihood of securing a patent grant for an invention.

The claims in a patent application are examined vis-à-vis prior documentary disclosures and public records to verify and validate their enforceability.

A pre-examination search document (PESD) is prepared for an accelerated examination support document (AESD) to illustrate how the claims of an application are allowable over known related art.

Strong domain knowledge and sound
technical understanding are used to draft patent applications, wherein ideas are translated into effective claims to cover the scope of the invention comprehensively based on an iterative approach and appropriate guidelines. The filing is then done in a phased, prioritised manner in all the target jurisdictions.

Gaps and patterns in the relevant market segments and technology topographies are identified to realign product development with market realities and to optimise patent filing efforts for market impact.

It entails mapping the invention’s features to subsisting rights and pertinent references for assessing potential risk of infringement
and identifying intellectual asset barriers to the commercialization of products, processes or technologies.

It involves a strategic review of the intrinsic potential, market impact and competitive leverage of a patent portfolio for driving efforts to reinforce
protection; realign with business goals; and, strengthen the value of existing assets. It also helps in mitigating potential risks and addressing infringement issues optimally within budgetary constraints.

Any pre- or post-grant challenge or
opposition to a patent is countered not only from a legal perspective, but also with domain expertise and technology insights.

Any objection raised or information requested by the patent examiner is responded to in a timely manner with cogent and persuasive arguments or with applicable amendments.