Technology and Encryption Export Controls

This full-day program will offer a comprehensive look at how to comply with the U.S. export and reexport controls relating to technology, software and encryption.  Discussion will focus on the regulatory requirements relating to technology and software, including what is considered an export or reexport of technology or software; the kinds of technology and software subject to the EAR; how to determine the Export Control Classification Number; license exceptions; and the unique application requirements of technology and software.  The program will also discuss how items with encryption functionality are classified under the EAR; how the provision for >64-bit “mass market” encryption may apply to products that you use, sell or buy; license exception provisions for encryption source code (open source and proprietary); license exception provisions for U.S. subsidiaries and certain eligible countries and for U.S.-origin encryption parts and components incorporated into foreign products; encryption classification and reporting requirements; Encryption Licensing Arrangements; conditions placed on encryption licenses, and encryption technology issues.  BIS technical and policy specialists will also discuss important export control issues that may arise in the employment of foreign nationals and for foreign items incorporating, or produced from, controlled U.S.-origin software and technology.  Instructors are experienced BIS export policy specialists and engineering personnel and will be available throughout the day to answer your questions.   

Advance registration is required and seminar space is limited. 

Accommodations – Please make reservations directly with the Revere Hotel by Monday, April 15 by calling 855-673-8373.  Mention that you are part of the Massachusetts Export Center / University of Massachusetts group to receive the special conference rate of $289.