The strategic use of business method patents: a pilot study of out of court settlements

Kretschmer, M. and Soetendorp, R. (2001) The strategic use of business method patents: a pilot study of out of court settlements. Journal of E-Business, 2(1), pp. 9-38.

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Abstract

A patent is an exclusive right preventing the use or exploitation of an invention by others than the owner of the patent. A patent can be accurately described as a statutory monopoly within the scope and the jurisdiction of its grant. Proprietary positions in electronic commerce are particularly critical because of the low barriers to entry in the digital environment, and the huge potential value buried in reengineering supply chains and direct retailing services.

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Kretschmer, Professor Martin
Authors: Kretschmer, M., and Soetendorp, R.
College/School:College of Social Sciences > School of Law
Journal Name:Journal of E-Business
ISSN:1229-6554

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