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Does Your Tech Company Need An Invention Assessment? – Steve Sponseller

Tech Leader Talk

Release Date: 04/18/2024

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On this episode, I talk about the importance of performing an assessment of your systems for identifying and protecting the most valuable inventions created in your organization. 

I discuss a 5-step approach to assess your current systems and procedures.  I also talk about how to develop a plan to improve those systems and procedures over the next 12 months.

Listen to this episode so you understand how to perform an invention assessment in your business.

“I recommend performing an invention assessment at least once a year.” – Steve Sponseller

Today on the Tech Leader Talk podcast:

- How to evaluate your current systems for identifying inventions

- Criteria for evaluating the value of an invention to your company

- Identifying critical patent filing deadlines

- Developing a 12-month plan to identify and protect your most valuable inventions

Questions?

If you want my help with an Invention Assessment or have any questions about identifying and protecting your critical inventions, schedule a free call with me at https://stevesponseller.com/call

Thanks for listening!

Be sure to get your free copy of my latest book, Cracking the Patent Code, and discover my proven system for identifying and protecting your most valuable inventions. Get the book at https://stevesponseller.com/book.