Nda

Yes, we take confidentiality very seriously and require mutual NDAs before any technical discussions — with strict IP protection policies, isolated design environments, and comprehensive security measures to protect your proprietary technology and business information.

NDA Process

Standard Mutual NDA:
- Type: Mutual (both parties protect each other's information)
- Duration: 3-5 years typical
- Scope: Technical information, business information, pricing
- Process: Request NDA template, review, execute, begin discussions
- Turnaround: 1-3 days for standard terms
- Contact: [email protected]

Customer NDA Template:
- Option: Use your company's NDA template
- Review: Our legal team reviews (typically 3-5 business days)
- Negotiation: Reasonable modifications accepted
- Execution: DocuSign or wet signature

Quick NDA for Initial Discussions:
- One-Page NDA: Simplified NDA for preliminary conversations
- Fast Execution: Same-day turnaround
- Upgrade: Full NDA before detailed technical disclosure

IP Protection Measures

Design Security:
- Isolated Environments: Your design files in separate, access-controlled systems
- Clean Room: No cross-contamination with other customer designs
- Access Control: Only assigned engineers access your files
- Audit Trail: Complete logging of file access and modifications
- Encryption: All data encrypted at rest and in transit

Physical Security:
- Secure Facilities: Badge access, security cameras, visitor logs
- Restricted Areas: Design areas require additional clearance
- Document Control: No unauthorized copying or removal of documents
- Visitor Escort: All visitors escorted at all times

Personnel Security:
- Background Checks: All engineers undergo background verification
- Confidentiality Agreements: All employees sign confidentiality agreements
- Training: Regular security and IP protection training
- Exit Procedures: Secure offboarding when engineers leave projects

IP Ownership

Customer Owns All Custom IP:
- Your Design: You own 100% of custom IP we develop for you
- No Reuse: We don't reuse your IP for other customers
- Source Code: You receive all RTL source code, scripts, documentation
- License: Perpetual, worldwide license to use and modify

Licensed IP:
- Third-Party IP: Standard IP (ARM, Synopsys, Cadence) licensed separately
- Our IP: Optional license to our standard IP libraries
- Terms: Negotiable (perpetual, per-design, royalty-based)

Foundry IP:
- Process IP: Standard cell libraries, I/O libraries from foundry
- License: Included with foundry access, customer can use

Security Certifications

ISO 27001: Information Security Management System certified
SOC 2 Type II: Annual audit of security controls
ITAR Registered: For defense and aerospace customers (US facility)
GDPR Compliant: European data protection compliance

Data Protection

Data Storage:
- Encrypted: AES-256 encryption for all customer data
- Backup: Daily backups, geographically distributed
- Retention: Data retained per contract terms, securely deleted after
- Location: Data stored in customer-specified regions (US, EU, Asia)

Data Transfer:
- Secure Channels: SFTP, VPN, encrypted email for file transfer
- No Public Cloud: Customer data not stored in public cloud without approval
- Controlled Access: Only authorized personnel can transfer data

Data Disposal:
- Secure Deletion: DOD 5220.22-M standard wiping
- Certificate: Certificate of destruction provided
- Physical Media: Physical destruction of hard drives, tapes

Confidentiality Scope

Protected Information:
- Technical specifications and designs
- Business plans and strategies
- Pricing and cost information
- Customer lists and relationships
- Manufacturing processes and know-how
- Test data and characterization results

Exceptions (Standard):
- Information already public
- Information independently developed
- Information received from third party without restriction
- Information required by law to disclose

Additional Protection Options

Enhanced Security Package:
- Dedicated isolated network segment
- Hardware security modules (HSM)
- On-site customer security audits
- Custom security requirements
- Cost: $50K-$200K setup + $10K-$50K/year

Government/Defense Projects:
- ITAR compliance (US facility)
- Classified information handling
- US persons-only teams
- Secure compartmented information facility (SCIF) access
- Requirements: Security clearances, government approval

Contact for NDA:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +1 (408) 555-0110
- Process: Request NDA, review, execute (1-3 days)

Chip Foundry Services is committed to protecting your confidential information with industry-leading security measures, strict policies, and comprehensive NDAs — your IP security is our top priority.