EPCglobal Intellectual Property Policy
As a user-driven organization, EPCglobal works with retailers, manufacturers, and hardware, software, and integration solutions providers to create and share intellectual property that will benefit the entire subscriber base.
EPCglobal is committed to open use of the EPCglobal Network and has adopted policies that encourage such use while protecting network integrity. The EPCglobal Intellectual Property (IP) Policy ensures that all companies subscribing to the organization have open, neutral access to EPCglobal Network technology and standards. The agreement guarantees that the technology remains non-proprietary for the benefit of industry as a whole.
Companies with a desire to participate in any Action Group or Working Groups are required to sign the appropriate EPCglobal Intellectual Property (IP) Policy and forward it to your EPCglobal Affiliate. For more information on how to participate in an Action or Working Group, contact your EPCglobal Affiliate.
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