Shielding Trade Secrets During Mass Layoffs and Lessons from the Home of High Tech

Jeffrey Farrow has shared insights in an article published by IAM titled, “Shielding Trade Secrets During Mass Layoffs and Lessons from the Home of High Tech.” In the piece, Jeff explains how mass layoffs amplify trade secret theft risks—particularly as employees facing sudden job losses may act out of panic, inadvertently or intentionally misappropriating sensitive information. He also highlights the importance of robust planning and offboarding protocols to mitigate these risks, such as audits, clear confidentiality reminders, and targeted litigation strategies.