|
|
 |
| Millions of Patents: Why? |
 |
| Patents may force suppliers or distributors to comply with their contracts; they can serve as the basis for license agreements or tax planning; they can be a tool within a joint venture or a R&D cooperation. Patents are valuable assets in any merger, acquisition or divestiture. Patents provide protection. They are a core marketing tool and a necessary part of any promotion. |
|
