Fragmented, far-flung supply chains put valuable intellectual property at risk: counterfeits parts and counterfeits can enter legitimate supply chains, trade secrets can be compromised, and designs can be copied.

For companies today, these infringements can pose financial and reputational risks, and may constitute a threat to public health and consumer safety.

Jean Bergevin and Stéphanie Martin from the Directorate-General for Internal Market, Industy, Entrepreneurship and SMEs also discussed:

• how to integrate IP protection into existing supply chain management
• how to identify and assess risks
• ways companies can incorporate best practices into working with third parties

The webinar was hosted by the Center for Responsible Enterprise and Trade (CREATe.org). 

Audio and slides from the webinar