Home > IP Solutions > IP Analytics & Intelligence > PatentSight > Trend Scouting Technology Scouting Identify Disruptive Technologies and Trends Discover critical information with our Patent Asset Index and the unique ownership data and visualization capabilities of LexisNexis® PatentSight+® patent analytics. request a MEETING Challenges Scout Technologies FAQs Customer Stories Get in Touch Watch as Apple conquers the Smartwatch market Watch the video to see when and how Apple Inc. entered the wristwatch market and its path to disruption. PatentSight+ enables you to constantly keep track of any developments in any technological area. watch the video About Technology Scouting In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, staying ahead of the curve is more challenging than ever. As markets converge and new players emerge, overlooking innovations or competitors can quickly disrupt your business model. To maintain a competitive edge, it’s crucial to stay informed about the latest technology trends and explore the patent landscape from multiple perspectives to ensure you don’t miss any critical insights. This will help you: Identify breakthrough technologies. Recognize emerging R&D trends. Discover complementary innovations. Are You Asking Yourself These Questions? How can I scout up-and-coming competitors and disruptive innovations early on? How can I spot emerging technologies and assess which ones will be winners? How will new technologies affect our business? How will new technologies add to current technology areas? Should we consider M&A to acquire emerging technologies? How can LexisNexis PatentSight+ transform your Technology Scouting? Data Quality & Coverage To address the challenges with patent data quality, including incomplete owner information and ambiguous legal status. Get more accurate insights by incorporating multiple data types that have been rigorously cleansed, quality checked and enriched. Read More Actionable Insights To more efficiently navigate the complexities of IP and move beyond tactical management of patent portfolios. Increase depth and speed to insights through powerful AI-driven analytical capabilities and proprietary metrics. Read More Impactful Visualizations & Communication Tools To eliminate the perception of IP as a cost center and better communicate its value to the business. Optimize workflows, boost efficiency, and elevate IP awareness and storytelling through powerful visualization tools. Read More LexisNexis PatentSight+ enables high-value strategic decisions and is used by 100s of patent owning organisations by IP and patent teams and across the organisation. “A validation study we performed showed that PatentSight+ spots disruptive technology early on.” Head of Patent Analysis Leading Oil Company FAQs With fast-moving technological developments impacting a range of industries, tech scouting will help you manage your patent portfolio to stay ahead of the game. How Can I Scout Up-and-Coming Competitors and Disruptive Innovations Early On? Being able to explore the patent landscape in a way that you define it and analyze who owns what through accurate ownership data, the trends and the quality of those patents. How Can I Spot Emerging Technologies and Assess Which Ones Will Be Winners? Analyze patenting trends and citation analysis to understand who likely winners are – view our Apple Watch video for just one example. How Will New Technologies Affect Our Business? Being able to map new technologies against your portfolio and understand the impact. How Will New Technologies Add To Current Technology Areas? Exploring technology landscapes through a number of different metrics to understand the impact of emerging technologies. Should We Consider M&A to Acquire Emerging Technologies? Assessing which patents or companies would make good partners or acquisitions to acquire new technology in a defined technology landscape. Being alerted to new players when filings happen. Customer Success Stories Learn how our customers use advanced data and analytics to improve their IP outcomes. Increasing Patent Portfolio Strength and Patent Income at SiemensLearn how Siemens leverages LexisNexis® PatentSight® to increase their patent portfolio strength and patent income.Read more How a Leading Data Storage Company is Keeping Up With Patent Technology ChangesUnderstand the significance of patent technology changes in meeting business goals and capturing new market opportunities.Read more The Importance of Competitive Intelligence in Disruptive Technology EnvironmentsExplore the importance of competitive intelligence in understanding market trends and staying ahead of emerging competitors.Read more A Global Energy Services Company Finds Value in AI Speed for Patent AnalysisLearn how AI speed for patent analysis aids in building a strong patent portfolio and understanding intellectual property value.Read more Unlock the true value of your portfolio Learn how to profit from sophisticated patent analysis. 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Efficiently assess the value or risk of acquisition targets. learn more Licensing & monetization With analytics on all patent portfolios in all technologies, you can both evaluate your most valuable patents for licensing and even identify potential licensees. learn more What is Qi Technology and Who are the Patent Leaders? The Qi standard has revolutionized wireless charging by eliminating tangled cables while enhancing performance. Our report reveals what this new technology means for the patent market. READ THE REPORT
