Register patents and industrial designs

Registering patents and industrial designs is not only an important legal measure to prevent infringement, but also a key tool to maintain competitive advantage and sustainable development. In the era of constant technology and innovation, protecting new products and technologies has become one of the vital factors for businesses.

I. Register a patent: Protect the technological value of your business

An invention is a new intellectual product, creative and capable of industrial application. Patent registration has a key meaning for companies and businesses operating in the technology sector, investing in research and development of new products.

a) Benefits of having a patent:

• Recognized and protected by law as the exclusive right to exploit and use the invention for a certain period of time (usually 20 years).
• Have a solid legal basis to prevent infringement, protect core technology, and create long-term competitive advantage.
• Can be transferred, allowing others to use the invention for profit.
• Enhance the value of intellectual property, increase attractiveness when calling for investment capital or transferring the company.

b) Patent registration process:

• Consulting and guidance on identifying and selecting inventions that need protection.
• Research and evaluate the novelty, level of creativity and industrial applicability of the invention.
• Drafting patent registration documents according to regulations.
• Submit applications and work with management agencies during the degree review process.
• Monitor, respond and complete procedures related to degree issuance.
• Providing patent extension, transfer, and authorization services.

c) Notes when registering a patent:

• Correctly identify protected subjects and objects.
• Ensure the novelty and uniqueness of the invention compared to the current level of technology.
• Full and clear description of the structure, uses, and methods of implementing the invention.
• Meet the requirements on form and content of the registration dossier.
• Timely renewal and authorization to maintain and promote patent effectiveness.

II. Registering industrial designs: Protecting the aesthetic value of the product

Industrial design is the external appearance of a product, expressed through characteristics of shape, lines, color or a combination of the above factors. This is an extremely valuable intellectual property that determines the attraction and difference compared to competing products.

a) Benefits when registering an industrial design:

• Recognized and protected by law for the exclusive right to exploit and use the design for 5 years, renewable for another 5 years.
• Effectively prevent acts of copying and imitating product designs, protecting brand value.
• ncrease the commercial value of products, enhance competitive position in the market.
• Industrial designs can be transferred and licensed to increase revenue.
• Enhance the value of intellectual property, attract investors, increase business value.

b) Industrial design registration process:

• Consulting and guidance on identifying and selecting designs that need protection.
• esearch and evaluate the novelty, uniqueness and industrial potential of the design.
• Design and complete industrial design registration documents.
• Submit documents and work with management agencies during the process of granting protection certificates.
• Monitor, respond and complete procedures related to degree issuance.
• Providing services for extension, transfer, and authorization to use design protection certificates.

c) Notes when registering industrial designs:

• Clearly identify the protected subject or object, whether it is all or part of the product.
• Guaranteed novelty