Software Rights and Planning
Three pieces on DFARS 227.7203 and the clause at 252.227-7014: how funding sets software rights, restricted rights, and planning for source code.
Three pieces in this topic
How funding sets software rights
Software licensed separately from data, who grants the license, when software is developed, segregable portions, standard licenses and derivatives.
02Restricted rights in computer software
The license for privately funded code, one computer and copies, repair and urgent needs, support contractors, more rights, and foreign recipients.
03Planning for software and source code access
Buying only what is needed, protection for private investment, life-cycle needs, alternatives to source code, contract terms and acceptance.
Key terms in this topic
Computer softwareSoftware documentationDevelopedSegregable portionDerivative softwareRestricted rightsOne computer at one timeAgency transferReverse engineering barUrgent tactical situationLife-cycle needsSeparate line itemModular open system approachData escrow agreementWeapon system warranty
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