know-how
Know-how can be defined as a non-patentable invention, formula, design and process, secret, accumulated skills, experience, and sales strategy. Know-how is an important component of transferring technology from industrial property to intellectual property in domestic and international environments. Know-how is coexistent or independent with other intellectual property such as patents, trademarks, copyright and property. Know-how is characterized by confidentiality and is not limited to protection requirements or duration, but is not granted exclusive rights such as patents. However, in certain cases, it can be protected by the Unfair Competition Prevention Law regarding the protection of trade secrets in case of infringement by other companies.