National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI) - Brittany

Mission

Support

Type of actor

Support player

Fields of intervention

Health / Social / Medical Device

Intervention zone

Regional / National / European / International

What is the National Institute of Industrial Property?

As a self-financed public institution under the supervision of the ministry responsible for industrial property, the INPI also plays an active role in developing and implementing public policies in the areas of intellectual property, support for innovation and business competitiveness, and the fight against counterfeiting.

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🎯 Tasks

As the custodian of all industrial property rights filed in France and of data from the National Trade and Companies Register, the INPI makes available more than 56.7 million open, freely accessible, and reusable data points. Beyond its role in registering and issuing intellectual property rights (patents, trademarks, and industrial designs) and handling business formalities, the National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI) promotes economic development through initiatives that raise awareness and highlight the value of innovation and its challenges. The Institute supports all innovators so they can turn their projects into tangible achievements and their innovations into value. 

💡 I have a project—how can contacting the INPI help me? 

Intellectual property supports a company’s growth. It protects its intangible assets and enables it to: 

  • Protect what drives the company’s value and preserve its competitive advantages against rivals;
  • Gain insight into the technological and commercial strategies of its main competitors;
  • Monetize its assets in the context of fundraising, mergers and acquisitions, and international expansion;
  • Generate revenue by licensing registered intellectual property;
  • Provide the means to respond to potential infringers;
  • Strengthen the brand image and promote the company’s capacity for innovation.

Whether you have a question, a new project, or are in the research and development or commercialization phase—in France or internationally—the INPI supports you in achieving your goals. 

🤝 At what stage of my project should I get in touch? 

The INPI supports innovators at every stage of their projects, regardless of how far along they are.
Our network of experts is available to assist innovators with intellectual property matters and the implementation of a strategy. 

💸 Does it provide funding for projects?

The INPI offers financial support to encourage companies to implement the recommendations made to them as part of its support program (subject to certain eligibility requirements). 

🧰 Accessible resources

Discover INPI's support offer Access the IP Management Guide: best practices in industrial property strategies, from start-ups to major corporations. Free access to company and industrial property data Consult the MOOC "Understanding IP": free training on intellectual property topics

📖 Practical Guide

All the questions you need to ask about the INPI.

Who is the right person to contact?

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Do you charge for your organization's services?

Our ongoing support from an expert is free of charge; however, there is a fee for the services we offer. 

Can your organization provide one-on-one support for my project?

Our experts offer personalized support. 

Do you have any examples of customer needs that your offering addresses?

  • Monitor industrial property rights
  • Identify my competitors  
  • Understand how to determine the date of my invention
  • Determine whether my innovation is free of rights and eligible for protection
  • File an industrial property right
  • Extend my IP rights internationally
  • Include clauses regarding ownership of innovations in my various contracts (employment, terms of service, supplier contracts, etc.)
  • Evaluate my IP assets  
  • Understanding the tax rules regarding IP
  • Get assistance with an IP dispute involving a foreign company
  • Develop an intellectual property strategy
  • Develop an IP culture within my company 

What services are included in your support package?

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Introduction to the INPI for Innovation in Healthcare

The National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI) is a key player for companies seeking to innovate in the healthcare sector in France. As a public institution, the INPI plays a crucial role in protecting and promoting intellectual property, which is essential for companies seeking to develop innovative solutions in the healthcare sector.

The INPI’s Role in Innovation

The INPI is responsible for issuing industrial property rights, such as patents, trademarks, and designs. These rights are essential for protecting companies’ inventions and creations, thereby enabling them to maintain a competitive position in the market. Indeed, intellectual property is a strategic asset that allows companies to monetize their innovations and generate revenue through the licensing of their patents or trademarks.

Filing and Procedures

For companies wishing to file a patent or trademark, the INPI offers a one-stop shop for business formalities. This service simplifies administrative procedures, allowing companies to focus on their core business while protecting their intellectual property rights. Filing a patent, for example, requires a prior art search to ensure that the invention is novel and non-obvious relative to the existing state of the art.

National Business Register

The INPI is also responsible for the National Business Register, which centralizes and disseminates economic and legal information on French companies. This register is a valuable resource for businesses seeking to understand their competitive environment or identify potential partners.

Governance and Management

The INPI operates under the supervision of the Ministry responsible for industrial property and is governed by a board of directors chaired by Sylvie Guinard. This structure ensures that the institute remains aligned with public policies aimed at promoting innovation and the competitiveness of French companies.

Data and Intellectual Property

Data plays an increasingly important role in healthcare innovation, particularly with the use of artificial intelligence and data analytics to improve care. The INPI helps companies understand how to protect this data and leverage it as part of their intellectual property strategy.

In summary, the INPI is an essential partner for innovative companies in the healthcare sector, offering advice and tools to protect and leverage their intellectual property. By simplifying formalities and providing valuable resources, the INPI supports the economic development and competitiveness of French companies on the national and international stage.

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