Intellectual property: Intellectual Property Office
The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) is the official UK government body responsible for intellectual property (IP) rights including patents, designs, trademarks and copyright.
Member benefits
- IP for business offers a range of free online tools designed to help you understand, identify, protect and exploit your IP assets to their fullest potential. Whether you’re a complete novice or looking to brush up on existing skills, we have the right tool for you.
- IP Equip. A free, interactive online learning tool to help you identify assets which may be protected by IP rights. CPD accredited.3. IP Equip app gives you an overview of IP rights and how to make the most of them. Free to download on Apple iOS and Android devices.
- IP Health Check. A free online assessment of a business to help identify and add value to a business’s IP assets.
- IP Master Class. A specialist course for business professionals. It will help you develop an in-depth understanding of IP and practical skills you can use in a business environment. Can be completed in a classroom (face-to-face) setting or online.
Contact
The tools can be found on the IPO’s business pages which is also packed with useful advice including; case studies, details of upcoming events and where to access further support.
General IP information, including protecting IP abroad, can be found at www.gov.uk/ipo. You can also find the IPO on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.