The Department of Defense released the Intellectual Property Guidebook for DOD Acquisition on May 1.
Enhancing Intellectual Property Acquisition
The DOD said Thursday the publication offers in-depth guidance on navigating IP laws and regulations. The IP Guidebook, a project spearheaded by the department’s IP Cadre, details the legal and operational challenges facing IP acquisition and related rights. It provides knowledge on how to address these hurdles while fostering a culture of partnerships within the industry.
Furthermore, the publication will assist DOD acquisition professionals with the development, implementation and management of IP strategies. These strategies are expected to be leveraged in all functional areas, supporting requirements and goals throughout the program’s life cycle.
Aside from the guidebook, the IP Cadre also created an IP for Product Support Toolkit. This toolkit provides support to the acquisition workforce, enabling them to identify, develop, assess and deploy IP models that will enhance life cycle cost efficiency and readiness.
“The Department’s thoughtful management of IP entails collaboration with industry to employ modern business models that leverage emerging technologies and capabilities for long-term partnership,” said Steve Morani, under secretary of defense for acquisition and sustainment. “The significance of this guidebook is that it supports our cross-functional acquisition workforce in delivering and sustaining innovative and cost-effective capabilities to the warfighter.”
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