5.4. Optimizing Patent Portfolio Management A critical element of a successful R&D strategy is effective patent portfolio management. 5.4.1. Regular Portfolio Audits Conduct regular portfolio audits to assess whether current active phone number list patents are aligned with the emerging R&D roadmap and business goals. Portfolio audits help identify patents that are underutilized or no longer aligned with strategic objectives.

An audit also ensures that the portfolio is cost-effective and that the company is not maintaining irrelevant patents, saving resources for high-value technologies. 5.4.2. Leveraging Licensing and Strategic Alliances Use licensing and strategic alliances to finance and enhance the commercialization of patented innovations.