A patent is an intangible good, the associated value of which enhances a company. However, when it comes to costs, they can be prohibitive, especially for small and medium-sized businesses that want to be protected across borders. Speaking to Jornal Económico, Cláudia Xara-Brasil, Industrial Property Agent and CCA consultant, talks about the high costs of patent protection outside Portugal.
"The investment and support of companies that already have a patent portfolio is rather urgent", defends this CCA consultant.