Our Difference? Our ProofCo® Process
Early stage technology often holds great promise.
But how do you discover that next great generation of technology? And, just how
great is it really? To see beyond the horizon and make this value judgment,
time, money and resources must be added to the equation using a known, proven
process. That's where IP2Biz® comes in.
Our proprietary process adds value in the
proof-of-concept and early technology development stages of the
commercialization continuum. IP2Biz’s skillful stewardship includes the
rigorous market analyses, necessary investment and additional development
designed to demonstrate commercial viability…so the technology is ready
for our clients to continue the commercialization process.
Unearth
- Focus on corporate client needs through IPScoutSM
- Identify hard-to-find technologies
- Locate world-class scientists
- Find technologies that meet our client's needs
- Assess market potential
- Secure IP rights
- Conduct rigorous market analyses
- Develop IPScout reports for our clients
Invest
- Verify patentability
- Confirm market acceptance
- Invest IP2Biz funds, along with our clients; a joint investment
- Form a ProofCo® (Proof of Commercialization) project
- Manage the ProofCo project
Prove
- Demonstrate commercial market viability
- Confirm our client's interest
- Keep the process “transparent” exclusively for our
clients
Launch
- At the right time and at their option, transfer the technology to our
clients
- Exit with no carried interest
The result of the process is an acceleration of
the commercialization of the technology – and increased returns our
clients.