Though NTBC is a government entity, it takes on the role of a consultancy in the areas of technology commercialization and promoting businesses development through the utilization of expired patents.
Business DevelopmentPromoting technology business through business incubation and the Business Development fund.
Technology TransferBringing technology seekers and users together to improve quality production of goods and service.
Commercialization of Innovative Local ProductsAiding idea conceptualizing, facilitating product development/improvement, testing, production, licensing, launch and marketing
Technology Audit and ValidationIt is NTBC's responsibility to take stock of the current technologies in use in Zambia, both local and foreign, and to validate their performance along with the other relevant government bodies.
Technology Information Resource CentreAn online repository of subscriptions and other resources is provided to innovators, research institutions and the business community.
Advise on Intellectual Property Protection & UtilizationNTBC works with WIPO and the Patents and Companies Registration Agency (PACRA) to add value to Zambian products and innovations.
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