Registering in a global market

“Twenty years ago markets were highly localised. We now operate in a global market. The clothing sector is especially vulnerable to copying. Someone takes a picture of your product and distributes it around the world in a flash via Internet. That is why registration is so important.”

Do things yourself or get them done by others?

As you can see, there are various possibilities for protection outside the Benelux territory. There are a number of different systems which each have their advantages and disadvantages. Deciding which form of protection best suits your specific circumstances is no easy matter. After all, design law is a specialist field. A lot of companies do not have the necessary specialist knowledge and it is therefore a good idea to seek assistance from an expert. Click here if you would like to find out more..