This session is designed both for attendees new to encryption controls and for those who would like an in-depth refresher before the more advanced discussions of the main program. Take part in this practical and interactive working group as experts discuss the current state of U.S. encryption controls—with a focus on building and maintaining strong protocols to ensure compliance.

In addition to ample time for questions and discussion, benefit from speaker-prepared reference materials for your work after the conference. Topics will include:

• Proactive coordination with product development teams
• Who to contact and where to look toward mapping out your classification and licensing strategy
• Timing and planning of product classification reviews
• Utilizing early product analysis and evaluating intended use
• Overview of encryption classification rules under the EAR and ITAR
• Managing deemed exports and controls around software and technology
• Encryption reporting and export licensing requirements: EAR licensing requirements and exceptions, managing export license conditions and scoping limitations on encryption products
• Overview of October 2023 advanced computing export controls and intersection with encryption controls