Freedom-to-Operate Search
A Freedom to Operate (FTO) search service is a process undertaken to determine if a particular action, such as making, using, or commercializing a product, can be done without infringing valid intellectual property rights of others. This search typically involves We facilitate Technology transfer which involves the process of transferring skills, knowledge, technologies, methods of manufacturing, samples of manufacturing, and facilities among governments, universities, and other institutions to ensure that scientific and technological developments are accessible to a wider range of users. This transfer can occur between industries, universities, and governments or within them. An extensive review of patents and other legal barriers in the relevant jurisdictions.
An example would be a pharmaceutical company conducting an FTO search before launching a new drug to ensure that the drug does not infringe on any existing patents or licenses, thereby mitigating the risk of legal disputes and potential financial liabilities.