IAM Patent · 17 Sep, 06:06 · Technology briefing

NTT’s chief IP strategist on using IP to advance technology roadmap

NTT’s chief IP strategist outlines how intellectual property assets can actively drive technological roadmaps rather than merely protecting them.

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NTT’s chief IP strategist outlines how intellectual property assets can actively drive technological roadmaps rather than merely protecting them. The discussion highlights the strategic alignment of patent portfolios with long-term innovation goals, ensuring that R&D investments yield competitive advantages. This approach transforms IP from a defensive legal function into a core business enabler, facilitating clearer pathways for product development and market positioning. For professionals, it underscores the necessity of integrating legal frameworks directly into technical planning processes to maximise value and mitigate risk in complex technology ecosystems.

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