Patents, Profits, and Pitfalls: Avoiding the Costliest Mistakes in U.S. Intellectual Property Strategy
Intellectual property is not merely a legal asset—it's a financial instrument. Yet many U.S. companies fail to treat patents with the same rigour they apply to revenue forecasting, M&A strategy, or cost optimization. This negligence isn’t passive oversight. It reflects a deeper issue: patents are often disconnected from financial planning and operational strategy. According to a 2024 IP Value Benchmarking Study, fewer than 12% of corporate patent portfolios generate direct revenue. That means the vast majority represent sunk costs—money spent on filing, maintenance, and legal fees without monetization. For More Updates, Click Here.