Celebrating our Top Service Providers for 2024

We are shining a spotlight on the top 10 per cent of intangible assets and intellectual property (IA/IP) service providers who have established the highest number of connections with enterprise users via GoBusiness IP Grow, from its launch in September 2023 to March 2024.

These service providers will be recognised with a digital badge.

Engagement and Impact: By the Numbers

Since its official launch at the IP Week in September 2023, GoBusiness IP Grow has made notable progress in broadening enterprises’ access to IA/IP service providers and resources, empowering them to leverage their IA/IP for growth. 

• The GoBusiness IP Grow homepage has attracted more than 14,000 unique visitors and the usage of the two e-Adviser tools - e-Adviser for IP Service and e-Adviser for IP Service Provider - have surpassed 1,200, reflecting a growing interest for IA/IP services.

• More than 300 key practice experts across 120 firms and 20 IA/IP service areas have listed their services on the platform, enriching the resources available to enterprise users. Notably, the trade mark agent service area hosts the highest number of service providers with over 60 firms.

• As of March 2024, GoBusiness IP Grow has successfully facilitated over 650 connections between the listed service providers and enterprise users, reinforcing the platform’s role in fostering collaboration.

• 85 per cent of listed service providers have established at least one connection with an enterprise user, demonstrating the value of the platform in nurturing meaningful business relationships.

• The top five most viewed IP services are trade mark agents, patent agents, contract drafting, freedom-to-operate, and IP marketplace, offering insights into the current IP priorities among enterprises.
   

Latest Initiatives

• In January 2024, the “I Have an Intellectual Property Question” feature was introduced to better support enterprises that are in the preliminary stages of their IP journey. With this new feature, users can easily submit IP questions that are specific to their business and receive written replies from the listed service providers that they select. This new feature is gaining interest from enterprise users, reflecting the demand for personalised assistance from the outset.

• The first annual update exercise was conducted in March 2024 to ensure that the service provider profiles on GoBusiness IP Grow remain current for enterprises to receive the most relevant and up-to-date information for users.
   

Feedback from Our Community

Both service providers and enterprises have shared their positive experiences with GoBusiness IP Grow, acknowledging the value it brings to the IP ecosystem.

Mr Matthew English, Partner at Marks & Clerk Singapore LLP, commended the platform for its “invaluable support and resources”. 

"We are truly grateful for the dedication and effort put into making this platform user-friendly and highly informative."

Similarly, Mr Andrew Crombie, Founder of Crombie Consulting, shared that:

“Overall, I have been impressed with the platform.”

On the enterprise front, Mr Hardik Dobariya, co-founder of manufacturing platform Factorem, noted:

“What we found most valuable on GoBusiness IP Grow were the IA/IP service directories. They provided a comprehensive list of service providers, complete with individual hourly rates and areas of specialty. The quick and easy-to-fill contact forms streamlined the process of reaching out to these providers.”

Mr Ng Wei Beng, CEO of STXJ Technologies Pte Ltd, utilised GoBusiness IP Grow during his decision-making process. Through the platform, he identified and engaged a service provider that met his needs.

“For anyone who is starting as a technology entrepreneur, the GoBusiness IP Grow is a wonderful platform to get help on IP planning for your businesses.”

GoBusiness IP Grow has also garnered public attention and recognition through media features on Channel 8, Lianhe Zaobao, Vulcan Post, e27 and more.
 

Looking Ahead

New enhancements will continue to be introduced to GoBusiness IP Grow in 2024. For instance, the platform’s user interface and experience will be improved, making it even easier for enterprise users to find relevant information and identify suitable service providers.

IPOS International will also collaborate more closely with partners, business federations, and trade associations to further promote the adoption of GoBusiness IP Grow.
 

About GoBusiness IP Grow

GoBusiness IP Grow is a one-stop platform that connects enterprises with the right intangible assets and intellectual property (IA/IP) solutions to grow and protect their business globally.

The initiative is developed in collaboration with the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI), Government Technology Agency (GovTech), Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS), and IPOS International, in support of Singapore IP Strategy 2030.

For media queries or further information, please contact [email protected]