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Perspective

Jul. 8, 2009

Where in the World Is Your Copyright?

Many companies assume that they own all IP relating to a product simply because they paid for the labor and materials, writes Raji Nagarkar.

By Raji Nagarkar

In a world in which some of the best high tech products in the marketplace result from the collective effort of multiple entities and individuals located in different parts of the world, the old saying, "too many cooks spoil the broth" is no longer applicable. Significant growth in international trade, better access to unique skill sets and attractive labor costs across national and continental borders have all been key factors ...

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