Copyright
No register of copyright material
Length of copyright depends on work created and how long ago
Trademarks
Application is needed
IPO maintains databases of registered trademarks
Patents
Last for 20 years from initial filing date
Application is complex and expensive
Designs
shape, appearance, pattern
unregistered designs
only protect appearance of 3-dimensional shapes
registered designs
apply to 2-dimensional shapes
lines, contours, colours, texture
Non disclosure agreements
Protect trade secrets
Monetising intellectual property
May not be potential for long term ongoing income if market doesn’t exist for the property