SME Case Studies on IP Strategy and IP Management — Releasing Untapped Value

Abstract

This article introduces the SME case studies which are the focus of this special issue. It provides an overview of the companies involved, and looks at the main conclusions drawn by the studies on how to address the common challenges of IP strategy and management faced by SMEs. It also gives trainers suggestions on how to integrate the case studies into their training offer.

Keywords: SME case studies, EPO special issue, IP strategy, IP management