Greetings as we wind down another productive year! It is gratifying to see so many clients taking proactive steps toward their Intellectual Property, innovation, and business goals.
Dec 15
The Pearson Group’s Strategy and Innovation Blog
Oct 08
Three Root Causes Why Most Patents Never Generate a Nickel of Revenue
“Get a patent!” is one of the most common goals we hear from new clients at Pearson Strategy Group. But for many inventors and companies, this path is an expensive mistake. Patent attorney Craige Thompson explains below why patents often aren’t worth anything. For example, would you still pursue a patent if I told you that roughly 95 percent of U.S. patents are never monetized (licensed, sold or included in a product)? It’s true!
May 31
Spring 2018 Newsletter
As a U.S.-based, professional patent researcher, I’ve seen some cringe-worthy patent reports from Do-It-Yourself, discount and what’s passing-as-professional patent search services. What is the biggest red flag that prior art research may be incomplete or inaccurate?
May 22
Filing a Patent Doesn’t Mean You Must Reveal All Your Secrets
Most of the worldwide patenting authorities default at publishing utility patent applications at 18 months. Patent attorney Andrew Eisenberg’s thoughts here on the “not to publish” option for U.S. patent applications are important since using this option will delay the date of publication for an additional 1-3 years – and only if the patent issues. This significantly ups the ante for you to stay abreast of your competition and the state of the art with Patent Alerts being an important line of defense.
Dec 09
Be Smart about Trademarks to Protect your Brand
Trademarks are the most valuable long term asset a company can have. That being said, many large companies overlook their importance. I see it all too often: companies in the early stages of developing a brand identity willingly walk into future trademark and re-branding issues.
Dec 03
Winter 2017 Newsletter
Now that Thanksgiving is in the rear view mirror, we’re pausing to reflect on this busy year. 2017 has been a year of exploration and trying new things at PSG. We’ve been looking at break-the-mold opportunities and stretching our comfort zones.
Sep 21
Pearson will Feature Patent Research at Austin Tradeshow
Tickets When Thursday, September 28, 2017 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location Palmer Events Center 900 Barton Springs Road Austin, TX 78704 View Map Patent research specialist Steve Pearson will represent the Pearson Strategy Group at the 2017 Central Texas Manufacturing Tradeshow & Procurement Conference on Sept. 28 at the Palmer Events Center in Austin.Read More
Aug 16
Summer 2017 Newsletter
As a veteran, it has been a while since I taught nuclear plant operations and maintenance to young Naval enlistees. It’s been even longer since I served as an engineer on a nuclear sub. But, those years in the Navy have led to a deep appreciation of the hard work and dedication of other vets and those now serving in the military. I join everyone at the Pearson Strategy Group in thanking these men and women for their service and contributions toward the freedoms that define our nation.
Jul 30
‘Design Your Age’ Podcast Debuts
Kamin’s recent book Design Your Age debunks outdated ideas about aging and introduces fresh approaches to creating better later years. An award-winning writer and creative strategist, Kamin’s quest is to rebrand “aging.” In the premier episode of his podcast, Kamin interviews Dr. Steven Austad, Director, UAB Nathan Shock Center of Excellence in the Basic Biology of Aging. Austad is also Scientific Director at the American Federation for Aging Research in New York.
Jul 05
How to Cultivate Amazing Patent Value
As a company, you rely on your point of difference; great ideas that set your brand apart from the crowd really are the key to success. With this being the case, one can never underestimate the importance of patents. When companies head down the path of protecting intellectual property, they tend to focus on the idea itself – rather than the possibilities the idea presents.