Licensingwises

Licensingwises is a global nonprofit association and information platform dedicated to licensing management and intellectual property licensing. It provides guidance, best practices, and educational resources for individuals and organizations dealing with licensing of software, media, and technology products. The organization seeks to streamline license negotiation, compliance, and risk assessment.

Licensingwises was established in 2012 by a group of licensing lawyers, software engineers, and content creators who saw fragmentation in licensing terms. It launched an online knowledge base in 2013 and grew to include regional chapters and a certification program by 2017.

It maintains model license templates, checklists, and a licensed terms database; offers training courses, webinars, and a practitioner certification; publishes research on licensing trends; hosts an annual conference.

Governed by a board of directors elected from the membership; operates under a code of professional conduct; membership categories include individual professionals, corporate members, and academic affiliates; funding from memberships and sponsorships; emphasizes transparency.

Licensingwises has been adopted by many media producers, educational publishers, and software firms seeking standardized licensing practices and faster contract cycles. Critics argue that templates may not fit all jurisdictions or niche scenarios, and sponsorships could influence independence.