Detectability is a Key Factor for Patent Valuation

Russ Krajec
Nov 5 · 2 min read

“Can you tell if someone copies your invention?” If no — your patent is worthless.

Note: this post was first published on the BlueIron IP Blog.

Detectability is a critical factor in valuing and rating inventions. Inventions that are detectable are much more valuable than those that are not. However, detectability is a continuum, with many variations.

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Patent financing and management: we make strong patent protection affordable. Author of “Investing In Patents.” #patents #statups #venture #angel

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