Takeaway: Midyear is the right time for companies to review and reinforce trade secret protections to ensure their evolving confidential information remains secure and well-managed.

As we reach the midpoint of 2025, it is an ideal time for businesses to reevaluate how they manage and protect their trade secrets. Trade secrets evolve with changing business operations, making regular reviews essential. Companies should maintain an up-to-date inventory of their confidential assets, assign value levels based on business impact, and ensure secure storage and access controls. Legal safeguards, like confidentiality and IP assignment agreements, should be in place for all individuals with access. Regular employee training, strict visitor protocols, and thorough offboarding procedures help minimize the risk of leaks or misuse.

A midyear review helps ensure that trade secrets remain secure, valuable, and aligned with current business needs. If you have any questions or concerns about the trade secret protocols at your company, feel free to reach out to us, as we would be happy to assist you.