A practical, informed approach
Patent searching can help identify relevant published material, map a technical field and provide a more informed basis for next steps. The appropriate search scope depends on the question being asked.
Who this service is for
Inventors, technology businesses, R&D-led organisations, universities and companies assessing or protecting technical innovations.
Typical workflow
- Define objective
- agree search scope
- search relevant sources
- review results
- provide a structured report.
Key considerations
A search is an information tool; its scope, databases and date limits should be transparent.
Frequently asked questions
Who may need patent search?
Inventors, technology businesses, R&D-led organisations, universities and companies assessing or protecting technical innovations.
What does the process usually involve?
Define objective → agree search scope → search relevant sources → review results → provide a structured report.
What should be considered early?
A search is an information tool; its scope, databases and date limits should be transparent.