IP Protection
Keep the Keys to your IP Vault
At Eastek, we understand and respect that the
protection of your Intellectual Property is vitally
important to you, which is why Eastek applies the
following processes and tools regarding your IP:
Secure servers and mandatory NDA
- Signed NDAs in place, subject to US laws and regulations
- An executed NDA in place with customers and suppliers
No photos policy
- Ensure customer drawings are not sent to suppliers
- We follow a "no photo" policy at the plants
Fully secure plant locations
- 24×7 guarded entrances with CCTV coverage
- “Sign-in/sign-out and escort" policy for all plant visitors
- In-house controlled tooling, fixturing and work instruction documentation
Managed logistics by trained staff
- Managed logistics and customs compliance
- Documented IP awareness training for key personnel
Assure your IP Protection
Because we remain in complete control of your product throughout the entire design and manufacturing process, we can ensure Intellectual Property Protection under U.S. law.
- Retain exclusive rights to your work and stimulate progress
- Promote innovation and ensure exclusivity
Certified production facilities and dedicated staff
Our mission is to provide our customers with the expert solutions to build the products that matter to them.
Our Process
01
Concept Introduction
We'll consult to discuss your goals, budget, timeline, and specifications to find the best solution for you.
02
Design Review & Feedback
Our engineers will start developing your product with high quality materials that fit your specific requirements.
03
Production and Distribution
Our team will produce and distribute your product with quality control measures, meeting high standards.
04
Design & Manufacturing
Optimization & Cost Reduction
Our team will collaborate with you to optimize the design for cost savings and maximum production reliability.
05
Lifecycle Management
Our customer experience team cares for your product even after launch.
Frequently asked questions
Why is intellectual property (IP) protection important?
IP protects genuine business assets that may be integral to the core services of the business and overall long-term viability
What are the types of intellectual property in manufacturing?
There are four types of IP in manufacturing: Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights and Trade Secrets. Eastek partners with our customers to monitor and protect all of these forms of IP.
How intellectual properties are protected at Eastek computers and Servers?
Eastek employees are required to take a cyber-security training course each year, which is led by our IT department and coincides with a written test. In this training, employees are briefed on the importance of keeping information safe and best practices when it comes to email and sharing of information. Our IT department is confident in the security of our server and can limit employee access to information that needs additional security.
How Eastek Deals with intellectual properties at employee level?
Eastek employees have contractual agreement not to share IP with any other customers.
What methods does Eastek use to protect customer's intellectual properties?
IP’s are subject to US laws and regulations
Signed NDA in place with customers and suppliers
Secure product data server/backup
No customer branded drawings sent to suppliers
No photo policy
Sign-in/Sign-out and escort policy for all visitors
CCTV coverage of grounds and manufacturing cells
Eastek managed logistics and customs compliance
In-house tool manufacturing, molding, and assembly for high-IP components
24×7 guarded entrances
Documented IP awareness training for key personnel