The use of patent analysis in many different contexts is discussed. Applications discussed range from intellectual property management, to merger and acquisition targeting and due diligence, to stock market valuation. The authors draw on 38 years of combined patent-related experience to discuss a number of techniques and metrics that have been found to work well in specific situations.
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