MANAGING INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY THE STRATEGIC IMPERATIVE

The book presents a comprehensive treatment of Intellectual Property concepts and its applications in Indian industry. Now, in its Fourth Edition, it includes a new chapter on IPR in Biotechnology and numerous cases/caselets in most of the chapters. It provides a strategic framework for IP management, leading to competitive advantage for a business enterprise. Besides explaining the conceptual framework and practices of IP management, the book discusses IP as a strategic tool, its commercial exploitation and strategies for risk management of IP. Web-based material comprising chapter-wise PowerPoint Presentations (PPTs) and Multiple Choice Questions is available at phindia.com/sopleThis book is primarily intended as a text for postgraduate students of management, students of engineering and those who are pursuing certificate, postgraduate diploma or degree courses in IPR. In addition, professionals and corporate decision-makers should find the text valuable. Key Features • Discusses IPs such as Patents, Copyrights, Trademarks, Trade Secrets, Designs, Semiconductor Circuit Layouts and Geographical Indications, etc. • Practices issues of IPRs in Cyber Space, Fashion Design, Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical industry. • Classifies systems in practice for various IPs. • Provides IPRs legal provision in Indian context. • Includes a comprehensive glossary of important terms.