IP Valuation Opinion

IP is a fundamental asset for many companies but often remains overlooked and improperly diligenced. For transactions such as fundraising, Mergers & Acquisitions and patent sales, it is important to know the value of the assets but equally or more important to know what is driving the value. Arkworth can provide an opinion with a compelling narrative that supports a valuation rather than distracting with an inflated value. Arkworth’s valuation process is driven by experience in VC investing and patent monetization and extensive knowledge of the IP ecosystem and value chain.

IP Strategy Development

Development of a robust IP strategy that is integrated with a wider business strategy is fundamental to generating and protecting value for a company. To create such a strategy, it is important to have knowledge and experience working with different parts of the IP ecosystem.

At an early stage, an efficient strategy that is mindful of resource constraints is critical for generating long term value. Often early stage work is diluted by cost overruns and lack of decision clarity. Arkworth can provide insights and guidance to improve decision making on early stage strategy by providing guidance on how to navigate the IP ecosystem and efficiently use resources.

When commercialization occurs, the IP strategy needs to continue to evolve with the business strategy to support value creation. An IP strategy can not be static and will need to adapt to anticipate and respond to competition, issues such as infringement, and opportunities such as acquisition and licensing. Arkworth’s unique positioning allows us to understand sources of value from multiple perspectives and provide insights around IP strategy development and value creation that others miss.

IP Monetization

Through enforcement or divesture, realizing on the value of IP is the most difficult aspect of an IP strategy. Only through a well developed and implemented IP strategy can value be realized and extracted. Through experience navigating the process to realize on IP value and a robust network of IP buyers and brokers, Arkworth is well positioned to assist in generating value from IP.