Licensing: Existing Company vs. Start-up | Assessment

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You may be better suited to the Licensing Path, allowing you to see your technology commercialized with less personal risk.

  Next Step: Bring your completed questionnaire to a meeting with Zucker Institute of Innovation Commercialization. They can help assess your options, connect you with mentors and guide you toward the right commercialization pathway.   In conclusion, choosing between starting a new company and licensing to an existing one is not a one-size-fits-all decision. Each approach carries different risks, costs and potential rewards. A thoughtful evaluation of the technology, market opportunity, available resources, and long-term goals is essential to making the best decision for both the inventor and the institution.

You may benefit from a hybrid approach—such as licensing to a partner while maintaining involvement in development, or forming a start-up with an external CEO.

Next Step: Bring your completed questionnaire to a meeting with Zucker Institute of Innovation Commercialization. They can help assess your options, connect you with mentors and guide you toward the right commercialization pathway.

In conclusion, choosing between starting a new company and licensing to an existing one is not a one-size-fits-all decision. Each approach carries different risks, costs and potential rewards. A thoughtful evaluation of the technology, market opportunity, available resources, and long-term goals is essential to making the best decision for both the inventor and the institution.

You may be a strong candidate for the Start-Up Path, provided you have access to a supportive team and resources.

Next Step: Bring your completed questionnaire to a meeting with Zucker Institute of Innovation Commercialization. They can help assess your options, connect you with mentors and guide you toward the right commercialization pathway.

In conclusion, choosing between starting a new company and licensing to an existing one is not a one-size-fits-all decision. Each approach carries different risks, costs and potential rewards. A thoughtful evaluation of the technology, market opportunity, available resources, and long-term goals is essential to making the best decision for both the inventor and the institution.