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Outsourcing Agreement

An Outsourcing Agreement governs the delegation of business functions to an external provider, defining scope, service levels, and performance standards. This playbook highlights key risk mitigation strategies for data protection, continuity, and liability allocation.

Confidentiality & IP

Why This Matters: Poorly drafted IP and confidentiality provisions can lead to misappropriation, loss of competitive advantage, or disputes over ownership, creating significant legal and commercial risks.

Negotiation strategy

If you're the Company:

Ensure that confidentiality obligations are comprehensive and include restrictions on third-party disclosures. Verify that IP ownership is clearly defined, with exclusive rights to the creating party.

If you're the Service Provider:

Negotiate for a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the intellectual property, ensuring it aligns with the scope of the agreement. Advocate for reasonable security measures to protect confidential information.

Essential elements

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Confidentiality Obligations

Maintain strict confidentiality of information.
2

IP Ownership

Define ownership of created materials.
3

IP License

Grant limited use rights.

Action framework

ACCEPT

Propose edits when confidentiality terms are vague or IP rights are not clearly defined.

EDIT

Reject clauses that fail to protect proprietary information or allow unrestricted IP use.

ADD

Add clauses to establish clear confidentiality and IP terms if absent.

PRO TIP

Always tailor confidentiality and IP clauses to the specific context of the agreement to ensure enforceability.

Real-world examples

FAVORABLE

Strong Confidentiality Clause

"Each party agrees to maintain in strict confidence all Confidential Information disclosed by the other party, and to use such Confidential Information solely for the purposes of performing its obligations under this Agreement."
NEUTRAL

Basic IP License

"The party owning the intellectual property grants to the other party a non-exclusive, non-transferable, royalty-free license to use the intellectual property solely for the purpose of fulfilling its obligations under this Agreement."
UNFAVORABLE

Weak Confidentiality Terms

"The receiving party may disclose Confidential Information to third parties without restrictions."

Alternative scenarios & positions

High-Risk Projects

In high-risk projects, ensure that confidentiality and IP clauses are more stringent to protect sensitive information and critical IP assets.

Cross-Border Agreements

For cross-border agreements, consider jurisdiction-specific confidentiality and IP laws to ensure compliance and enforceability.

Joint Ventures

In joint ventures, clearly define IP ownership and licensing terms to prevent disputes over jointly developed materials.

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