What is an IPSCORE?
The IPSCORE is a strategic assessment that measures the strength, protection and exploitation of a company’s intellectual property (IP). The IPSCORE benchmark (the FICO score for IP) rates companies across 5 IP asset classes: Brand, Patents, Software, Critical Data, and Trade Secrets, identifying and separating high-growth and scalable IP-rich companies. It’s designed to give companies a clear understanding of how effectively their IP assets are secured, managed, and leveraged to create a sustainable competitive advantage.
Unlike traditional IP valuations that focus on assigning monetary value, the IPSCORE evaluates how well a company’s IP contributes to building a competitive moat—regardless of its size, sector, or stage of growth. Whether you’re an early-stage startup, scaling up, or preparing for exit, the IPSCORE offers insights that are actionable and relevant to your current position and future ambitions.
Why get an IPSCORE?
Companies secure an IPSCORE to gain a comprehensive understanding of the extent of their current IP protection and IP management practices. It provides business owners with a narrative about their IP, built around a proven IP benchmark. The IPSCORE highlights strengths as well as areas that may require attention, providing clear, actionable recommendations to address any gaps in IP protection or IP management. This enables companies to:
- proactively strengthen their IP to position it as valid collateral;
- enhance the quality of their IP management to appeal to investors and lenders;
- establish a stronger competitive moat; and
- confidently use a company-specific IP narrative designed to grab the attention of lenders and investors.
What do Companies Receive?
Companies receive a tailored IP Action Plan and detailed Recommendations designed to improve the strength and protection of their IP portfolio. This guidance highlights specific steps to address gaps, mitigate risks, and enhance the overall quality of their intellectual property assets. By implementing these targeted improvements, companies can ultimately strengthen their IPSCORE, demonstrating a more robust IP position to investors, lenders, and strategic partners.
How is the IPSCORE used?
Lenders use the IPSCORE as a trusted part of their credit approval process, relying on it as a reliable benchmark to evaluate the strength and management of a company’s intellectual property. The IPSCORE™ provides clear visibility into the quality of IP protection, identifies potential gaps in governance, and highlights areas where risk may be present.
By implementing the tailored IP Action Plan and Recommendations, companies can improve the strength, protection, and strategic use of their IP portfolio —enhancing the quality and likely value of IP as collateral. This not only helps reduce risk for lenders but also positions the business as a more viable borrower. In a world where intangible assets often form the core of enterprise value, the IPSCORE enables lenders to make more informed decisions and support innovation-led businesses with greater confidence.
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