Non Disclosure Agreement Trade Secret Template for Germany

1. Employee Access: Provisions for when employees of the receiving party need access to trade secrets, including training and internal confidentiality agreements

2. Third Party Disclosure: Procedures for permitted disclosure to third parties such as advisors or subcontractors

3. Data Protection: GDPR compliance provisions when trade secrets involve personal data

4. Export Control: Provisions for compliance with export control laws when trade secrets involve controlled technology

5. Reverse Engineering: Specific provisions prohibiting reverse engineering of trade secrets, particularly relevant for technical information

6. Residual Knowledge: Provisions addressing the use of residual knowledge by individuals exposed to trade secrets

7. Competition Restrictions: Non-compete provisions related to the trade secrets (subject to German competition law limitations)

8. Insurance: Requirements for insurance coverage related to trade secret protection

1. Schedule 1: Protected Trade Secrets: Detailed list and description of specific trade secrets covered by the agreement

2. Schedule 2: Security Protocols: Detailed technical and organizational measures required for protecting trade secrets

3. Schedule 3: Authorized Representatives: List of individuals authorized to access trade secrets and their level of access

4. Schedule 4: Destruction Protocols: Specific procedures for secure destruction or return of trade secrets

5. Appendix A: Acknowledgment Form: Form for employees or third parties to acknowledge their confidentiality obligations

6. Appendix B: Security Incident Response Plan: Procedures for handling and reporting potential trade secret breaches