Proprietary information is at the foundation of every successful business, and protecting all types of proprietary information is vital for commercial success. However, how to appropriately classify, and therefore effectively protect, different types of proprietary information can be confusing.

Many businesses mistakenly use the terms “proprietary,” “confidential,” trade secret,” and “know-how” synonymously. They are not interchangeable, and the differences can have tremendous legal consequences, particularly when the terms are used loosely or inconsistently. It is essential for businesses to understand how the law treats these critical information types to effectuate sufficient protective measures.

Proprietary Information

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