What are the factors to be reckoned while defining technology in the licensing agreement ?

CS Professional · Intellectual Property Rights - Law and Practice · PYQS · June 2015
What are the factors to be reckoned while defining technology in the licensing agreement ?

Answer & Explanation:

Certain factors to be considered while defining the technology in the licensing agreement include: Type of the technology i.e. product, process, facility, software, formula, etc.; Need for additional license for practicing the technology; Industrial standards or specifications associated with the technology; and Details required practicing the technology. Other factors that need to be considered for a successful technology licensing are: Owner/s of the technology; Nature of ownership; Other non-exclusive or exclusive licensing associated with the technology; Assistance required from the licensor to further develop or practice the technology; Other IPRs such as trademark, copyright, trade secret, etc. associated with the technology; Terms and value of royalty, etc.

Topics: Technology Transfer

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