Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to top questions about Patentability Search, novelty evaluation, and the patent filing process.
How can a landscape analysis help me decide my next R&D project? ▼
It reveals "crowded" areas where litigation risk is high and identifies "open" areas where you can innovate with less competition.
What is "White Space," and how do you identify it? ▼
White space refers to technical gaps where there is high market interest but low patent filing. We find these by overlaying market trends against patent density maps.
Can you identify which competitors are most active in my specific niche? ▼
Yes. We include "Competitor Benchmarking" to show who is filing the most patents, who owns the highest-quality IP, and who is slowing down.
How do you visualize patent data (e.g., heat maps, 3D topographical maps)? ▼
We provide interactive dashboards and "Landscaping Maps" that visually cluster thousands of patents by technical similarity, allowing you to see "islands" of innovation.
Can this analysis predict where the technology will be in 5–10 years? ▼
By analyzing "Filing Velocity" (the speed of new applications) and the entry of "New Entrant" startups, we can forecast the trajectory of a specific tech sector.
How do I use this report to find potential acquisition targets or partners? ▼
We identify small players or universities with "high-impact" patents that would be cheaper to acquire than to compete against.
Is the data based on granted patents only, or does it include pending applications? ▼
Our reports include both. Granted patents show current "no-go" zones, while pending applications show where the market is heading in the next 2-3 years.
How often should a landscape study be updated? ▼
Annually is standard for most industries; however, fast-moving sectors like AI or Biotech often require quarterly updates to stay ahead.
Can you filter the results by "high-value" patents vs. "low-quality" ones? ▼
Yes. We use proprietary metrics—such as citation counts, family size, and remaining term—to separate "blockbuster" patents from low-value filings.
How does this help me justify my R&D budget to investors? ▼
A landscape report serves as a "due diligence" document, proving to investors that your R&D direction is unique and protectable.