1. Intellectual Property ("IP") Management Strategy
To strengthen competitive advantage, Innolux (hereinafter, "INX") continuously aligns business objectives with R&D resources to formulate a forward-looking IP strategy, supported by systematic IP deployment and protection measures. INX has adopted the Taiwan Intellectual Property Management System ("TIPS") and follows the continuous improvement cycle of "Plan-Do-Check-Act" to enhance and refine IP management capabilities.
2. IP Management Policies
3. Intellectual Property Management System
Enhance product innovation and R&D capabilities by encouraging patent applications to strengthen the control and application of IP rights. This includes proposal evaluation procedure, reward regulation, patent application evaluation, and patent activation strategy. Additionally, the establishment of patent management regulation and systems creates a comprehensive patent control framework, enhance the control and application of patent deployment, and avoid IP risks.
The main trademarks of INX have been applied for and obtained trademark rights or related authorizations, but still continuously plan and apply for trademarks according to IP policies of INX.
Implement strict security measures to control IP rights and confidential documents, ensuring INX's IP rights are safeguarded. Systematic processes are employed to protect IP rights and reduce the risk of improper disclosure.
4. IP Achievements
As of 30 April, 2025, INX holds approximately 14,395 patents worldwide. The steady annual increase in the number of granted patents reinforces technological leadership and provides stronger protection for both INX and its customers.
Committed to sustainability, INX continue to develop and secure patents for green technologies. According to the WIPO Green Technology Listing, INX had accumulated 678 green patents as of 30 April 2024.
With respect to trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, INX continues to apply its relevant management procedures and proactively conducts trademark clearance and portfolio planning. As of 30 April 2025, the Company had secured a total of 96 registered trademarks worldwide.
5. IP Risks and Countermeasures
For avoiding disputes and litigation to reduce competitiveness and impact revenue of INX, the following countermeasures have been established:
6. Primary Uses and Contributions of IP to Operations
To avoid infringement during the manufacturing process, INX has proactively engaged in developing its own patents and technologies since its inception. INX have recruited talented individuals from both domestic and international markets to join R&D team and have also assessed the feasibility of negotiating with foreign firms to obtain key technology usage licenses. Those actions enhance INX's competitive advantage. Additionally, INX continuously cultivate a strong legal support team to ensure IP been well-protected. Moving forward, IP management continue to align with INX business strategies and operational goals, focusing on the acquisition, management, and utilization of IP rights to protect operational freedom and demonstrate corporate governance performance and sustainability vision.
7. Implementation of IP Management Plans
8. Innovative IP Management Consulting Program