Intellectual property is the core of many businesses these days. But what exactly is IP, and how can you identify, protect, and maximise its value? Tony Ward looks at these issues and the crucial aspect of timing—when it is too late or too early to protect intellectual property. Intellectual property (IP) is an umbrella term […]
Employee share ownership plans are no longer reserved just for large, publicly listed companies. As Rebecca Spicer discovers, they can be a useful tool for any business wanting to attract, retain and motivate staff. It’s no secret that the skills shortage is crippling many industries. And so, tools and strategies that attract and keep key […]
How do you protect your intellectual property (I.P.) overseas, particularly in those countries with no formal protection systems? Catherine Logan leads us through the maze of what is covered where, what is not, where you can find help to choose the best approach when exporting, and who can help when your I.P. is infringed in […]
It’s easy to get carried away in the excitement of merging, selling or acquiring a business. But, as Carlo Pasqualini warns, if you don’t do your homework before mergers and acquisitions you probably won’t realise expectations and the deal might even be disastrous. Every day it seems there’s a new corporate takeover with media headlines […]
All the links you're likely to need when considering your legal obligations IP Australia IP Australia provides and administers intellectual property rights within Australia. The agency regulates patents, trade marks, designs, plant breeder’s rights and copyrights and provides a wealth of information on the importance of intellectual property for your business. Lawlink New South Wales […]
What is the perfect structure for your business? Peter Bembrick outlines the advantages and disadvantages for each of the main types of business structure. Identifying the best structure for your business from the start can help avoid the cost and difficulties of changing it later. There are a number of considerations when deciding on the […]
When it comes to protecting your intellectual property, starting with your business name, Michael Sutton discovers SMEs aren’t as well protected as they think. If you believe registering your business name will stop other businesses using the same name, you’re not alone. According to last years’ Registered Business Names Survey, conducted by IP Australia and […]
Fraud is expensive, and can ruin a business. Matthew Gardiner looks at the danger areas, examines the case of a trusted employee milking a small business of thousands, and outlines checking systems that can be put in place to protect a business. All businesses, large and small, run the risk of losing both revenue and […]
When considering distribution options for export, licensing agreements can be a less risky and more affordable option to take your brand global. Rebecca Spicer takes a look at what’s involved and talks to exporters who are using licensing to their advantage. Licensing can be an effective channel to export, especially for first-timers and SMBs in […]
