SEP Analysis
Turn SEP analysis into strategic IP advantage.
SEP Analysis
Standard Essential Patent (SEP) Analysis is a critical process for companies operating in industries driven by global standards such as telecom, electronics, automotive, and IoT. SEPs are patents that cover technologies indispensable to implementing a technical standard—meaning anyone in that ecosystem must use them. For businesses, understanding SEPs is not just about compliance, but about positioning themselves strategically in a competitive marketplace. Without clarity, organizations may face unexpected royalty obligations, legal disputes, or missed opportunities for asserting their own IP in standard-driven negotiations.
At Signicent, we approach SEP Analysis as both a risk management and opportunity-maximizing tool. Our experts evaluate declared SEPs, verify their essentiality, and map them against your product or technology portfolio. This helps you identify potential exposure to licensing requirements while also revealing where your patents could be positioned as essential. By combining patent analytics with industry-standard developments, we provide insights into who holds critical leverage in your ecosystem, what licensing costs you may encounter, and where your company can gain negotiation strength. The result is a roadmap that transforms SEPs from a legal hurdle into a strategic asset that enhances your bargaining power and innovation outlook.
Why
Why Conduct SEP Analysis?
Avoid unforeseen licensing liabilities tied to standards.
Strengthen your position in cross-licensing negotiations.
Identify who holds leverage within your industry’s ecosystem.
Spot opportunities to align your patents with evolving standards.
Why Choose Signicent?
Rigorous essentiality checks backed by expert review.
Insights that connect SEPs with real-world product impact.
Balanced evaluation of risks and competitive advantages.
Tailored analysis for industries like telecom, IoT, and automotive.
Key Deliverables You Gain
Essentiality Mapping: Assessment of patents against specific standards.
Competitive Benchmarking: Visibility into SEP holders and their strength.
Licensing Landscape: Forecast of potential royalty obligations.
Strategic Leverage: Actionable steps to strengthen negotiation position.