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Warranty Service Agreement
A Warranty Service Agreement details how defects, repairs, and replacements are handled during a product’s warranty period. This playbook emphasizes negotiating fair remedies, service levels, and liability limitations that align with operational realities.
Table of Contents
Intellectual Property Rights
Negotiation strategy
Ensure that the client retains ownership of pre-existing IP and secures a perpetual license for newly developed IP. Negotiate terms that allow for modification and distribution post-termination.
Clarify the scope of IP rights granted to the client, ensuring that any licenses are non-exclusive and limited to the project's needs. Consider options for additional rights post-termination.
Essential elements
1
IP Ownership
Defines who owns the IP.
2
License Grants
Outlines permissions for IP use.
3
Assignment of IP
Transfers IP rights to another party.
Action framework
ACCEPT
Propose edits if the clause does not align with strategic IP goals.
EDIT
Reject if the clause inadvertently transfers ownership or limits use.
ADD
Add language to explicitly define IP rights and prevent disputes.
PRO TIP
Always ensure IP clauses are clear to prevent future disputes and align with business objectives.
Real-world examples
FAVORABLE
Preferred Clause
"The Client retains ownership of all pre-existing intellectual property and is granted a perpetual, irrevocable license to use, modify, and distribute any newly developed IP under this agreement."
NEUTRAL
Standard Clause
"The Client is granted a non-exclusive license to use the newly developed IP during the term of the agreement."
UNFAVORABLE
Restrictive Clause
"The Developer retains all rights to the newly developed IP, and the Client may only use it with prior written consent."
Alternative scenarios & positions
Joint Development Projects
Ensure joint ownership is clearly defined, with specific rights and responsibilities for each party. Consider future collaborations and flexibility in IP management.
High-Risk Projects
In high-risk projects, ensure IP rights are secured to protect against potential project failure. Define clear exit strategies for IP use.
Cross-Border Transactions
Address jurisdictional differences in IP laws and ensure compliance with international standards. Consider implications for IP enforcement.
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