3 Guaranteed Ways to Lose Control Over IP in China

The Challenge

For decades, controlling IP in China has been a major concern.  The running joke is that R&D in China means “Receive and Duplicate.”  It’s never easy from half a world away, and remains a challenge even when suppliers are next door.

The Reality

Even with local knowledge and a good understanding of the language, supplier management and IP protection is never easy.  It’s even more difficult if you are not on the ground in China.

Key Takeaways

This briefing summarizes three risky IP practices and strategies for protecting your company in the land of me-too producers.