SBCA's Design Software Policy Makes It Clear that Intellectual Property Stays with CMs

SBCA's Design Software policy makes it clear the software and intellectual property should reside in the hands of the CM. Originally passed in 2002, the plate suppliers in attendance (Eagle, Alpine, MiTek and Simpson) all reiterated their unequivocal support for this policy and pledged to continue monitoring the use of its software and resolving instances where the software may be used contrary to this policy.

All SBCA members are encouraged to guard their intellectual property and retain their value as unique structural solution providers to the marketplace.  If you become aware of an instance where component design software may have been used in a way that conflicts with this established policy, please let SBCA know so we can work with the design software providers to safeguard the CMs' best interests.