Using the UK Patent Office to file a patent

If you are filing a patent in the UK, you have to use the Patent Office (now known as the UK Intellectual Property Office). Before you approach the Patent Office you will need a drafted patent and drawings of your invention. To complete this you may well need a product designer to design your idea and sort out how it will work. (Patents are for how a new concept works not just the overall idea.) If you use an attorney they will handle the filing for you but alternatively you can self-file and the Patent Office has a team to support individuals filing applications themselves.

Want to know more? Use this link… Filing a Patent at the UK Patent Office

New TV show with Funding for Entrepreneurs!

Attention all budding entrepreneurs!

Richard Reed, the co-founder of innocent drinks, is fronting an exciting new series for BBC Three.

He has £1million at his disposal, and is looking to nurture and invest in the next wave of young entrepreneurs.

In his early 20s, Richard and two friends had a business idea that no one believed in. Eventually one man took a chance on them and their company was born, turning Richard and his mates into millionaires.

Now Richard wants to do the same for a new generation of start-up superstars.

If you and your friends have got a killer idea, or already have a business but need help to make it grow, AND you’re up for the challenge, then apply today for your shot at a life-changing investment from one of Britain’s most inspiring business leaders.

https://couldyoubeyourownboss.apply.twofour.co.uk/

New Innovation Competition with Prize of £200,000 Investment

Here is the blurb from the competition website:

“A good idea could change your life – win the backing you need to make it happen!

If you want to start and run a successful business, you need to be creative, innovative and fearless. You need to be different. At Orange, we’re proud to support different businesses all over the country. We always have and we always will. And now, we’re looking for the UK’s next different business. If you’ve got a fresh idea, tell us and you could win a year’s backing and support to make it happen.”

Orange Innovation Competition

 

Subspy Case Study

Subspy Case Study

This case study is a recent product that has been developed by D2M. Includes youtube video of the working prototype!

Podcast Interview on taking new ideas to market with Phil Staunton

In this Podcast Phil Staunton, a product designer and Managing Director of D2M Design 2 Market offers his advice on how to develop your idea and get it manufactured. He also offers tips on how to pitch your invention whether to achieve funding or for getting it in front of potential buyers. Through working with many different inventors Phil can also share his experience on the mistakes many new inventors make and hopefully help you avoid them.

Listen to the Podcast interview

VENTZ – Invention case study

Ventz is a superb little product that keeps motorcyclists cool while riding in warm weather by channelling air up the biker’s jacket sleeves. More information on Ventz.

Your invention on BBC Radio 2?

Radio Two invention slot on Friday’s drive time show

One of our contacts (Peter Greedy from Greepers) was on the show last week having only applied a few days before.  To apply, contact Rebecca on the details below:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio2/shows/simon-mayo/contact/innovation-slot/

Superb free promotion for your idea! (Pete had his busiest website day ever after being on the show!)