Make efforts to publicize the project and secure support for it from relevant stakeholders in the Country. Functions, Membership and Establishment of the National Expert Group (NEG) Guidelines Functions of NEG Identify the project relevant to the country’s development for which appropriate technology is required; Oversee the preparation of the search requests by the national expert; Oversee the preparation of landscape report; Oversee the preparation of business plans for the identified technology; Establish a monitoring and evaluation mechanism to assess the implementation of the project and the achievement of project objectives; and Develop and organize a national outreach program within the business plan. Membership of NEG The membership of NEG should provide a mix of expertise and experience to effectively deliver the above mentioned functions. Therefore the membership should include representatives from: IP Office; R&D Institutions and Universities; Business and Industry Community; Finance; Regulatory authority; IP lawyers; and Potential users of the technology. Appointments The appointment of NEG should be formalized whether it is a permanent or ad hoc committee; The Chairman of NEG should be a respected and experienced member of the stakeholders with a strong background of IP and technology management; and
Make efforts to publicize the project and secure support for it from relevant stakeholders in the Country. Functions, Membership and Establishment of the National Expert Group (NEG) Guidelines Functions of NEG Identify the project relevant to the country’s development for which appropriate technology is required; Oversee the preparation of the search requests by the national expert; Oversee the preparation of landscape report; Oversee the preparation of business plans for the identified technology; Establish a monitoring and evaluation mechanism to assess the implementation of the project and the achievement of project objectives; and Develop and organize a national outreach program within the business plan. Membership of NEG The membership of NEG should provide a mix of expertise and experience to effectively deliver the above mentioned functions. Therefore the membership should include representatives from: IP Office; R&D Institutions and Universities; Business and Industry Community; Finance; Regulatory authority; IP lawyers; and Potential users of the technology. Appointments The appointment of NEG should be formalized whether it is a permanent or ad hoc committee; The Chairman of NEG should be a respected and experienced member of the stakeholders with a strong background of IP and technology management; and
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