This episode explains the concept of patent white spots as untapped areas within technological and market landscapes, representing significant opportunities for innovation and competitive advantage. It outlines the methodical process of identifying and characterising these white spots through comprehensive market segmentation, data collection, and gap analysis. Furthermore, it highlights how patent information serves as a crucial data source for this analysis, enabling the mapping of patent landscapes and sparking new research and development ideas. This episode presents the AI-tool patentbutler.ai, as best a practice solution for efficiently conducting patent searches and precisely characterising these underserved areas, ultimately guiding businesses toward robust IP positions and sustained growth.

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