��������Ƶ

A Patent knowhow licence lets businesses share technical secrets and expertise that complement their patented inventions in the Philippines. It covers the practical knowledge, manufacturing techniques, and trade secrets needed to effectively use a patented technology - things that aren't directly spelled out in the patent itself.

Under Philippine IP law, these licenses help local companies access not just the patent rights, but also the valuable real-world experience needed to implement innovations successfully. Companies often bundle patent and knowhow licenses together, as the combination gives licensees both legal permission and practical ability to use the technology effectively in their operations.

Get a Patent knowhow licence when you need both the legal rights to use a patented technology and the practical expertise to implement it successfully in the Philippines. This is especially crucial for manufacturing companies that require detailed technical guidance beyond what's disclosed in the patent document itself.

The license becomes essential during technology transfer deals, joint ventures, or when expanding into new product lines that depend on specialized manufacturing processes. For example, pharmaceutical companies often need these licenses to learn the precise techniques for producing complex drug formulations, while electronics manufacturers use them to master intricate assembly processes.

• Exclusive Patent knowhow licences give one company complete control over the technology in a specific region of the Philippines, ideal for high-value innovations
• Non-exclusive licences allow multiple companies to use the same knowhow, common in established industries
• Limited-scope licences restrict use to specific products or manufacturing lines
• Full-package licences combine patent rights, technical documentation, and hands-on training from the licensor's experts
• Time-limited licences grant knowhow access for a fixed period, often used for project-specific manufacturing

• Technology Owners: Companies or inventors who hold patents and valuable technical knowledge, seeking to license their innovations in the Philippines
• Manufacturing Companies: Businesses that need access to patented technologies and associated expertise to produce specific products
• IP Lawyers: Draft and negotiate Patent knowhow licence terms, ensuring protection for both parties
• Technical Experts: Provide training and documentation of the practical knowhow being transferred
• Quality Control Officers: Monitor compliance with manufacturing standards specified in the license

• Patent Details: Gather complete information about the patent, including registration number and technical specifications
• Technical Documentation: Compile detailed manufacturing processes, quality standards, and operational procedures
• Territory Scope: Define specific regions within the Philippines where the license will operate
• Training Requirements: List all technical support, training sessions, and knowledge transfer activities needed
• Quality Metrics: Establish clear performance standards and quality control requirements
• Confidentiality Terms: Outline specific protections for sensitive technical information and trade secrets

• Identification Section: Full details of licensor, licensee, and patent registration numbers under Philippine IP law
• Scope of License: Clear definition of technical knowhow being transferred and usage limitations
• Territory Clause: Specific geographical boundaries within the Philippines where rights can be exercised
• Confidentiality Terms: Detailed provisions protecting sensitive technical information and trade secrets
• Training Obligations: Specific commitments for knowledge transfer and technical support
• Quality Standards: Required manufacturing specifications and quality control measures
• Term and Termination: Duration of the license and conditions for early termination

A Patent knowhow licence differs significantly from a Patent assignment agreement in both scope and purpose. While both deal with patent rights in the Philippines, they serve fundamentally different business needs.

• Ownership Transfer: Patent assignment agreements permanently transfer ownership of the patent, while knowhow licenses only grant permission to use technical knowledge while maintaining original ownership
• Knowledge Scope: Knowhow licenses include practical manufacturing techniques and trade secrets not disclosed in the patent, whereas assignments only cover the documented patent rights
• Duration: Licenses typically have fixed terms with renewal options, while assignments are permanent transfers
• Support Obligations: Knowhow licenses usually include training and technical support commitments, which assignments don't require
• Confidentiality Requirements: Knowhow licenses have extensive confidentiality provisions to protect undisclosed technical information, while assignments focus on ownership rights