Geographical Indication (GI) Mark Infringement Monitoring

The process of constantly monitoring the market for any unauthorized use of the GI mark. This can be done through various means, such as conducting market surveys, monitoring online platforms, and conducting investigations. GREVESGROUP® uses various tools and methods, including conducting market surveys to identify any unauthorized use of the GI mark. Even including monitoring online platforms to identify any infringing activities and conducting investigations to determine the extent of any infringement found. This helps to ensure that the GI mark is protected and that any unauthorized use of it is identified and dealt with in a timely and effective manner.

Following are some steps involved in monitoring for infringement of GI marks:

Define the scope: Determine the scope of the monitoring, including the products or services to be monitored, the market or geographic area to be monitored, and the period of monitoring.

Develop a monitoring plan: Develop a monitoring plan that outlines the methodology, data sources, and tools to be used for monitoring.

Conduct market surveys: Conduct market surveys to identify any products or services that use the GI mark without authorization.

Monitor online platforms: Monitor online platforms such as e-commerce websites, social media platforms, and online marketplaces for any unauthorized use of the GI mark.

Conduct field investigations: Conduct investigations to gather evidence of infringement, including purchasing products or services that use the GI mark without authorization, collecting samples, and interviewing witnesses.

Analyze data: Analyze the data gathered through monitoring and investigations to identify trends, patterns, and potential infringers.

Take legal action: Take legal action against infringers, including sending cease and desist letters, filing lawsuits, and working with law enforcement agencies.

Provide regular reports: Provide regular reports to the GI mark owner on the results of the monitoring and investigations, including any infringement found and the actions taken to address it.

These are some of the steps involved in monitoring for infringement of GI marks. The process may vary depending on the specific circumstances and requirements of the case.

For more information about our GI Mark Investigation Services, email us at [email protected].