Puerto Rico Vendor Oriented Source Code Escrow Agreement is a legal contract designed to protect the interests of vendors and customers involved in software development and licensing agreements in Puerto Rico. This agreement ensures that the source code for the software developed by the vendor is securely deposited with an escrow agent, providing assurance to the customer that they will have access to the source code under certain predefined conditions. In Puerto Rico, there are various types of Vendor Oriented Source Code Escrow Agreements: 1. Traditional Source Code Escrow Agreement: This type of agreement involves the deposit of the complete source code, documentation, and related materials with an escrow agent. The source code will be released to the customer if specific triggering events occur, such as the vendor's bankruptcy, material breach of contract, or failure to maintain and support the software. 2. Limited Source Code Escrow Agreement: This agreement allows for the deposit of a portion of the source code instead of the entire codebase. It is commonly used when the software consists of multiple components or modules, and the customer only requires access to the essential parts for maintenance or continuation purposes. 3. Time-based Source Code Escrow Agreement: In this type of agreement, the vendor gradually releases the source code to the customer over a predefined period. It is often used when the vendor wants to protect their proprietary software while providing the customer with limited access or functionality during the development or deployment phase. 4. Multi-party Source Code Escrow Agreement: This agreement involves multiple parties, including the vendor, customer, and a third-party escrow agent. It can be used when there are multiple stakeholders involved in the software development and licensing agreement, ensuring that each party's interests and access rights to the source code are protected. The Puerto Rico Vendor Oriented Source Code Escrow Agreement aims to mitigate risks associated with vendor non-performance, bankruptcy, or other unforeseen circumstances. It safeguards the customer's ability to maintain, support, and modify the software if the vendor fails to meet contractual obligations or experiences financial instability. This agreement promotes transparency, accountability, and ensures the continuity of business operations for both vendors and customers in Puerto Rico's software industry.