The Patent Savvy Executive

Fundamentals: Technology Companies

Our collections of videos and other resources consider patent issues through the lens of technology but are relevant to many sectors.

VIDEOS AND RESOURCES FOR TECHNOLOGY COMPANIES

International (PCT) Patent Applications

Learn about international (PCT) patent applications, including key decision points and PCT member states.

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Jeff Rummler

Takeaway materials
PCT FAQs | WIPO
WIPO and PCT Contracting States | WIPO

Double Patenting and Terminal Disclaimers

Understand the definition of what a double patent is as well as a terminal disclaimer that can come into play.

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Jeff Rummler

Who is an Inventor? Who is an Applicant? 

In this video, you’ll learn exactly who is an inventor and who is an applicant in the patent process.

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Jeff Rummler

What is a Patent? When Do I need to Worry? 

Learn to spot the difference between a patent application and an issued patent. This video explores which can be used to exclude others from making, using or selling an invention.

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Joel Lehrer

How do I know When a Patent will expire? 

Understand when a patent term starts and when a patent terms expires, and what can shorten or lengthen a patent term.

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Martin Gomez

Freedom To Operate v. Patentability

Learn the difference between freedom to operate and patentability, which are often confused.

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Ken Radcliffe

Takeaway materials
Patent Process Overview | USPTO