The most valuable commodity to designers is their Intellectual Property (IP). It is therefore extremely important to understand at least the basics of IP and why and how you should protect it.
CSD provides members with three key services to ensure they understand and benefit from their IP.
Observer Status of WIPO
CSD has Observer Status of the World Intellectual Property Organisation WIPO based in Geneva.
Members can access WIPO Gold here ...
Members IP service
Members are able to call on the expertise of a specialist IP firm that provides legal advice and registration services to advise on how to protect their IP rights. In addition, a range of services is offered for added protection including legal assistance in the event of IP infringement.
Knowledge of IP matters is not only important in protecting designers but it also allows them to work with their clients in order that they too can benefit from services including: protection of the design work commissioned, implementing copyright assignments and licensing agreements with the designer.
Members benefit from a FREE consultation on any IP matters. If required this can be followed up by a written report setting out the advice given, which may be used as a basis for discussions with a client prior to commencing work or assist in the event of any future problems. CSD members also receive preferential rates for these reports.
Key Benefits & Features:
- FREE consultation on IP matters.
- Access to expert IP legal team.
- Preferential rates on IP services.
- Regular updates on IP matters.
NOTE: This service is only available to CSD Members MCSD and Fellows FCSD.
CSD advice service
Members can speak to CSD in order to:
ascertain the right IP service thay require
talk through any IP issues
find out about IP insurance
NOTE: This service is only available to Members MCSD and Fellows FCSD.
News
Chartered Designer final consultation
The Society’s final consultation in respect of Chartered Designer will give a further opportunity to individuals, who were unable to attend previously, and to the wider design sector to put forward their views for consideration when implementing the Register later this year.
Find out more ...
If Only Competition from the University of Bath
The University of Bath is currently running a competition for student who are......read more
WIPO Gold IP resource now active
The World Intellectual Property Organisation, of which CSD holds Observer Status, has launched WIPO Gold, a portal intended to be a dynamic and evolving tool, expanding over time to build a one-stop gateway for IP data.
Further deatails can be found by visiting the 'intellectual property' page of the CSD website
click here ...
New BIS Website
BIS have launched a new website aimed at entrepreneurs. The website is a port......read more
UK lags in innovation
The UK economy has experienced a ‘lost decade’ of innovation, with new evidence showing that businesses had a crisis of confidence in the 2000s, prioritising cash and concrete over investment in innovation.
The UK economy has experienced a 'lost decade' of innovation, with new evidence showing that businesses had a crisis of confidence in the 2000s, prioritising cash and concrete over investment in innovation. Read more ...
Make it in Great Britain
Business Minister Mark Prisk has today announced the finalists of a nationwide competition to seek out the UK's next big pre-market products, processes and concepts......read more
Chelsea course recognised
Congratulations to the Interior Design FdA course at Chelsea which has gained the first CSD Recognised award. Read more ...
CSD response to APGDI debate
The APGDI debate was interesting although some areas were no......read more
Make it in Great Britain
The Make it in Great Britain campaign has a competition to dispel the myth th......read more
Government publishes innovation and Research Strategy for Growth
Our Universities, Research Councils and businesses are national assets that form the foundation of the UK’s future competitiveness. However, if we are to realise our vision for the UK’s future we need to strengthen our innovative capability and encourage further investment in innovation. Read the strategy here ...
HM The Queen approves Chartered Designer
Her Majesty The Queen has approved an order giving the Chartered Society of Designers the power to set up and maintain a Register of Chartered Designers and to confer the title on designers.
The news follows over 10 years of development and two years of consultation with the membership and the design sector.
The Society now begins a period of consultation before determining how the Register will be developed and maintained. Read more ...
IPO launches free patent system
UK business could save nearly £100,000 per year thanks to a free patent system launched by the Intellectual Property Office (IPO). The new online service, called Ipsum, will remove the cost to businesses of requesting patent documents; instead they will now be available for free at the click of a button. Read more ...