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A Trade Secret License Agreement is essential when a business needs to share valuable confidential information while maintaining control over its use and ensuring its continued protection. This document, governed by Austrian law, enables companies to monetize their trade secrets through licensing while implementing necessary safeguards. It's particularly crucial in scenarios involving technology transfer, manufacturing processes, or business expansion where proprietary knowledge needs to be shared with partners, suppliers, or subsidiaries. The agreement must comply with the Austrian Trade Secrets Act and related EU regulations, incorporating specific provisions for trade secret protection, permitted uses, security measures, and enforcement mechanisms. It's designed to balance the commercial exploitation of valuable information with maintaining its confidential nature and legal protection as a trade secret.
