Activity freedom analysis is an evaluation process that enables an enterprise to identify the legal, competitive and operational obstacles that it may face while conducting its business activities and to develop strategies to overcome these obstacles. In order for businesses to continue their activities, internal management processes as well as external factors such as market dynamics, legal regulations and competitive environment should be taken into account.
Freedom to Operate Analysis helps to determine whether the relevant product or service is subject to existing intellectual property protections by examining the industrial property rights applicable in the identified markets.
Within the scope of this analysis, database searches are conducted on the industrial property rights in force in the targeted countries and the scope of the rights with ongoing protection is assessed.
Report prepared as a result of the Freedom to Operate Analysis;
- Determine whether there are any intellectual property protections in the target markets that may restrict commercial exploitation,
- It helps to identify the industrial property rights that need to be licensed in order to use the product or service commercially.
- This analysis is of great importance to minimise legal risks in commercial activities and to ensure that intellectual property rights are complied with.
Legal regulations can directly affect the activities of companies. Factors such as licence requirements, patent rights, export restrictions may make it difficult for businesses to move freely in certain regions or sectors. Freedom to operate analysis helps to develop appropriate solutions by identifying such restrictions. Likewise, the level of competition in the market, new entry barriers or changes in consumer demands may also affect the ability of businesses to act flexibly.
Internal factors also play an important role in freedom to operate. Inefficient business processes, bureaucratic barriers or operational constraints can cause companies to lose competitive advantage. This analysis ensures that internal processes are reviewed and workflows are made more efficient. Especially for businesses aiming to enter new markets within the scope of growth strategies, freedom to operate analysis is of critical importance.
This analysis also supports foreseeing possible future risks and taking proactive measures. Rapid adaptation to constantly changing market conditions is the key to long-term success. Thanks to the freedom to operate analysis, businesses can create a sustainable growth strategy by identifying the obstacles they may encounter in advance.