Intellectual Property Services - Big Innovation Center

Intellectual Property (IP) Strategy Services

In today’s economy, value lies not in physical property and machinery, but in your ideas, brand, business models, creative output, and technology. No matter the type of intellectual property you hold—be it copyright, patents, trade marks, industrial designs, trade secrets, open source/creative commons licences, traditional knowledge, public domain assets, data, or other forms of IP—we can help you unlock its full potential.

IP Reporting and Strategy

Expert support is available to identify and audit your intellectual property, uncovering the intangible assets that differentiate your organisation in the market and contribute to its overall valuation.

Whether you’re scaling a start-up, leading corporate innovation in a multinational, or shaping national IP policy, our services equip you with the tools to identify, manage, and monetise your intangible assets.

Expert Services

We support businesses, universities/technology and innovation centres, government agencies, and international organisations in leveraging intellectual property (IP) to drive licensing, innovation, and competitive advantage — as well as to support investment and strategic partnerships, and sustainable growth. Our full range of services include the following domains:

IP Reporting & Portfolio Management

(1) IP Asset Identification: Assisting clients in identifying their intellectual property and intangible assets, and understanding how these may add value to their business. (2) Terms of Protection: Supporting clients in understanding the rights associated with their intellectual property and the terms of its protection. (3) IP Reporting Frameworks: Advising clients on the classification of their intellectual property and suitable reporting frameworks for inclusion in annual reports and innovation metrics, or to support an IP strategy and due diligence processes related to investment readiness or valuation.

Strategic IP Management

(1) Aligning IP with Business Goals: Advising organisations on how to align their intellectual property assets with broader innovation and commercial strategies. (2) IP Portfolio Analysis: Reviewing and assessing the strength, value, and relevance of an organisation’s intellectual property portfolio. (3) IP Strategy Development: Designing long-term intellectual property strategies to enhance innovation capacity, market positioning, and revenue generation (e.g. licensing, spin-outs), as well as partnerships (e.g. R&D collaborations, franchising, mergers and acquisitions). (4) Mitigating IP Market Risks.

IP Capacity Building

(1) Workshops and executive training: Delivering tailored capacity-building sessions on IP fundamentals and strategic IP management, especially for non-IP professionals (CEOs, investors, policymakers). (2) University and technology centre training: Equipping tech transfer offices and business relations units with tools to manage and commercialise IP effectively. (3) Introductory Sessions on Intellectual Property: Providing general awareness sessions to help organisations understand what intellectual property is, why it matters, and the importance of developing an effective IP strategy.

Business Hub Membership (Coming soon)

Maximise the benefits of our prime location in central London. The Experience Zone offers an exclusive business hub. Members will have access to our state-of-the-art Business Lounge with a meeting room you can easily book for your convenience.

IP for Start-ups and SMEs

(1) IP strategy for scale-up: Supporting early-stage and growth firms in identifying protectable IP and developing strategic IP roadmaps. (2) Commercialisation and licensing: Providing guidance on monetising IP through licensing, joint ventures, or IP-backed finance.

IP Policy and Governance

(1) National and sector-level IP policy advice: Informing policymakers on the role of IP in economic development, innovation ecosystems, and emerging technologies (e.g., AI, biotech). (2) Governance of IP in digital environments: Advising on IP protection and governance models in the context of disruptive technologies and generative AI.

IP Mentoring

We offer ongoing IP mentoring to support organisations and professionals in continuously developing their intellectual property strategies, strengthening IP management capabilities, and navigating evolving challenges. Our tailored guidance ensures your team stays equipped to maximise the value of your intangible assets over time.

Private Hire Bookings (Coming soon)

The Experience Zone provides an exclusive private hire service for a range of events, from product launches to corporate gatherings and special occasions. When you choose to host your event with us, our team will work closely with you to tailor our facilities to your exact requirements, ensuring a remarkable event.

Top-Tier IP Insight and Guidance

Our IP Strategy Services are headed by the CEO of Big Innovation Centre, Professor Birgitte Andersen, a globally recognised IP and innovation strategist with extensive practical and academic expertise in the field of IP. She has led several EU framework programmes on intellectual property, consulted on IP for the OECD, WIPO, and various national governments—including the UK IPO—served as a key defence witness in Crown Court IP cases, and advised major multinational corporations on IP matters. Additionally, she has lectured on the economics and strategic management of IP at the University of London for over 20 years.

Getting the right advice can make the difference

Why choose us?

World-Class Expertise

Our IP Strategy Services are led by Professor Birgitte Andersen, CEO of Big Innovation Centre and a globally recognised expert in intellectual property. With over 20 years’ experience in the field, she has led major EU IP programmes, advised the OECD, WIPO, UK IPO, and multinational corporations on IP matters, served as an expert IP witness in Crown Court, and lectured on IP economics and strategy at the University of London.

IP Playbooks for IP Audits and IP Strategy

We can provide comprehensive IP playbooks designed to support your IP audits and help you develop robust strategic frameworks. These playbooks offer practical guidance and best practices to identify, manage, and maximise the value of your intellectual property.

Cross-Sector Insight

We have experience across industries, the university sector, government, and international organisations, bridging policy, technology, and commercialisation.

Skills and Understanding for Organisations and Professionals

We enable organisations and professionals to confidently develop and manage their own IP strategies and processes. Central to our approach is effective knowledge transfer. Our playbooks provide you with practical frameworks to effectively manage and operate your IP. Our IP capacity-building workshops deliver executive training for non-IP professionals on IP fundamentals, providing a clear overview alongside practical, hands-on guidance. Our IP Mentoring ensures long-term support and personalised advice, helping clients embed IP best practices within their operations and adapt to evolving challenges in the intellectual property landscape.

Invest in Your Success

Our proven track record endures the test of time

“BAE Systems has found membership of the Big Innovation Centre stimulating and useful, offering important insights about how to approach open innovation […] while giving opportunities to strengthen our own network.”
2015

“I have only been part of the Advisory Board for 12 months and it is really great to see the agenda being driven by the Big Innovation Centre. The conversations that we have seen with all the experts have really been insightful, and it’s great to have the willingness of sharing within the industry".
2022

“We at EDF Energy significantly value our association with The Big Innovation Centre. Membership has demonstrated the value of open innovation in the energy sector.”
2013

‘The Innovator’ column, established with the Big Innovation Centre to reveal what good innovators look like, will raise the profile of innovation to where it needs to be.”
2014

“We are in 100% agreement with Birgitte [CEO Big Innovation Centre] on the need to put science and innovation at the heart of our plans for the economy. We want to make Britain the best place in Europe to innovate, to patent new ideas and to start a new business.”
2016

"As I said when Barclays first joined Big Innovation Centre, I want to put innovation right back at the heart of our business for the benefits of our customers.
2013

“Google values the Big Innovation Centre network enormously and the opportunities it creates to meet other businesses and innovators. “It’s a great space to learn about new ideas and to collaborate on some of the biggest challenges we face together.”
2013

“Participating in the Big Innovation Centre has given the University of Oxford direct access to a range of business leaders and the opportunity to help shape the research agenda on university-business interactions…”
2013

“The work of the Centre has clearly influenced government thinking on innovation and several of the member partners have formed innovation partnerships that otherwise would not have occurred”.
2013

“GSK welcomes the open innovation approach developed by the Big Innovation Centre, which has opened doors and released enormous energy and potential.”
2013

“At EDF Energy and EDF Group more generally we have a long and enduring commitment to research and innovation .. I am convinced that the work of Big Innovation Centre will provide a great boost to innovation in the UK”.
2016

"The Big Innovation Centre as ever is tackling a big issue in an innovative and engaging way. The debate over the use and regulation of Face and Emotion Recognition and its implications and consequences is crucial.”
2020

“I want to congratulate the APPG team for doing such fantastic work not just this year where we translated everything online (Covid) but also in the last four years. We are very proud to have been with the APPG since the beginning since its birth and we've witnessed so many achievements”.
2020

“We are notorious as an APPG for getting fantastic attendance at our meetings”.
2020

“I’m confident that with the help of APPG Blockchain, the UK government can develop a strong foundation upon which blockchain and DLT innovation is supported and not hindered by long-established laws, many of which were established long before electricity was even a concept, let alone blockchain!”
2022

The speakers at APPG AI events have been of the highest quality – the developers, businesses and policymakers creating the innovation that hits the news months later. Big Innovation Centre’s network has provided early education to parliamentarians and all those attending public hearings.
2023

"We are building the ecosystem for growth. Understanding the intersection of innovation, market adoption, and regulatory compliance begins with sharing experiences".
2023

“There could not have been a better place for me to launch the Government’s Innovation and Growth Strategy than the Big Innovation Centre.”
2013

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why do I need IP reporting?

IP reporting helps demonstrate the value of your intangible assets, supports investment readiness, informs strategic decisions, and enhances transparency in annual reports or innovation metrics.

Is IP management necessary for start-ups?

Yes. Effective IP management helps start-ups identify their key assets, protect innovations, attract investment, gain competitive advantage and revenue, and avoid legal risks as they grow.

What is Intellectual Property?

Intellectual property (IP) refers to a variety of intangible assets that all organisations possess—often without fully recognising them. These include copyright, patents, trade marks, industrial designs, trade secrets, open source/creative commons licences, traditional knowledge, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), public domain assets, data, and other forms of IP. These are highly valuable assets that can significantly contribute to an organisation’s competitiveness and growth.Accordion Content

What is an IP strategy and do I need it?

An IP strategy is a plan for managing and using your intellectual property to support your business goals. Yes, if your organisation creates, uses, or relies on ideas, innovations, or branding, an IP strategy is essential.

What is the role of IP in tech transfer?

IP plays a central role in tech transfer by identifying key assets, protecting innovations, enabling licensing, and attracting commercial partners for spin-outs or franchising. It also facilitates the movement of research from the lab to the market.

How can IP add value to my organisation?

IP can enhance your organisation’s market position, support revenue generation through licensing or partnerships, attract investment, strengthen your brand, and protect your competitive advantage. Properly managed, IP is a strategic asset that contributes to long-term growth and innovation.

Expert Advisory for Innovative Businesses

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IP Services general inquiries

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