What does ipCapital Group do?

ipCapital Group is an intellectual property innovation consultancy that delivers end-to-end IP services across the full innovation lifecycle: IP strategy (ipStrategy), facilitated invention harvesting (ipScan), competitive IP mapping and analytics (ipLandscape & ipAnalytics), structured invention sessions (Invention On Demand), filing-ready invention disclosures (ipDisclosure), trade secret programs, patent valuation (ipValuation), and IP monetization (ipMonetization). ipCG is not a law firm and does not practice law.

Is ipCapital Group a law firm?

No. ipCapital Group is not a law firm and does not practice law. ipCG complements patent counsel by providing the highest-quality invention documentation, competitive intelligence, and strategic context. Invention disclosures prepared by ipCG are handed off to qualified patent attorneys for filing.

Who founded ipCapital Group?

ipCapital Group was founded in 1998 by John Cronin, one of IBM’s most prolific inventors with 2,000+ patents. John pioneered the field of structured invention methodology and has personally facilitated invention sessions for over 150 Fortune 500 companies.

What industries does ipCapital Group serve?

ipCG serves all technology sectors including semiconductors, medical devices, AI/machine learning, clean energy, automotive, telecommunications, pharmaceuticals, aerospace & defense, consumer electronics, financial technology, cloud & SaaS, robotics, IoT, biotech, and materials science. Clients range from startups to Fortune 500 enterprises.

How is ipCapital Group different from other IP consulting firms?

Three key differentiators: (1) ipCG’s team includes named inventors on 3,000+ patents; they don’t just study innovation, they practice it. (2) ipCG covers the entire IP lifecycle from strategy and invention through monetization, while most firms handle only one piece. (3) Every engagement produces tangible deliverables (invention inventories, landscape maps, valuation models, strategic roadmaps), not just slide decks.

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June 14, 2024ipCapital Group

Explore How Prototypes And AI Are Transforming The Patent Process | Invent Anything – Episode 49

In this episode, John Cronin explains the symbiotic relationship between patents and prototypes. Learn how prototyping can enhance your intellectual property (IP) and vice versa. Discover the advancements in prototyping technology, from AI integration to 3D printing, making the process faster, cheaper, and more effective. Key topics covered include: The importance of prototypes in IP …

Key topics covered include:

The importance of prototypes in IP enhancement
Differences between product prototypes and IP prototypes
Managing the global landscape of rapid prototyping
Utilizing AI and data analytics in the prototyping process
The future of virtualized prototypes and predictive design

Whether you’re an inventor looking to market your idea, a patent attorney seeking new insights, or simply curious about the future of prototyping, this episode offers valuable information and practical tips.