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In this episode of Tech Talks, Mayer Brown partners Julian Dibbell, Brad Peterson, and Spencer Glende explore how companies can structure IP frameworks in contracts to support innovation in emerging technologies. They discuss why traditional contracting approaches often fall short in high-uncertainty environments and outline practical strategies—such as joint governance, flexibility, and aligned incentives—to help parties collaborate effectively and maximize long-term value.
To learn more about this topic, see our recent article, IP Frameworks in Contracts for Emerging Technologies.
Show notes:
00:02 Introduction to IP Frameworks in Contracts for Emerging
Technologies
2:00 Defining "emerging technology"
5:21 IP Contracting Perspective
11:09 How to build IP frameworks
12:19 Key 1: Clarity of Common Purpose
13:49 Key 2: Mechanism of Joint Steering Committees
19:26 Key 3: Maximizing Innovation Value
22:26 Key 4: Element of Flexibility and Optionality
26:24 Key Takeaways
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