Abstract
This paper identifies the role and significance of Intellectual Property (IP) management in small and medium-sized social enterprises (SMSEs) and aims to address a gap in the available literature dealing with IP use and management in social enterprise. The findings are based on the results of a qualitative study undertaken with Australian SMSEs, in the form of in-depth semi-structured interviews. The research identifies how SMSEs view and manage their IP rights, and the significance of these rights in the organisation.
The findings suggest that there is a significant lack of IP rights management strategies for protection of IP assets such as trademarks, copyright and patents on the part of SMSEs. This is largely due to a lack of resources and knowledge – SMSEs are typically cash poor and often lack sophisticated management skills and legal assistance.
The paper considers the findings of the study and advocates, in conclusion, a more proactive IP management approach by SMSEs. It further offers a suggested model for SMSEs to incorporate an IP management strategy into their existing structures.
The findings suggest that there is a significant lack of IP rights management strategies for protection of IP assets such as trademarks, copyright and patents on the part of SMSEs. This is largely due to a lack of resources and knowledge – SMSEs are typically cash poor and often lack sophisticated management skills and legal assistance.
The paper considers the findings of the study and advocates, in conclusion, a more proactive IP management approach by SMSEs. It further offers a suggested model for SMSEs to incorporate an IP management strategy into their existing structures.
Original language | English |
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Publication status | Published - 2015 |
Event | Sydney International Business Research Conference 2015 - University of Western Sydney, Campbelltown campus, Sydeny, Australia Duration: 17 Apr 2015 → 19 Apr 2015 http://www.sydney-conference.com.au/public/ |
Conference
Conference | Sydney International Business Research Conference 2015 |
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Country/Territory | Australia |
City | Sydeny |
Period | 17/04/15 → 19/04/15 |
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