Pattern
Alpha to Rights decision memo
Match each scarce asset to the narrowest control that can protect and commercialize it. This memo helps a reader choose among patent, secret, contract, license and other rights, so the firm acquires a right only when it has a commercial job, not because the right is available.
Inputs
Bring the Native Alpha™ thesis, product map, customer evidence, compression review, ownership facts, disclosure status, and intended commercial route.
Compare
Consider patent, secret, know-how, data rights, contract, publication, mark, supply, regulatory position, license, option, and assignment.
Output
State the control, owner, field, geography, duration, cost, purpose, evidence, dependency, and unresolved legal question.
Stop
Do not acquire a right because it is available. Require a commercial job.