The Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) has launched the Software Escrow Guideline, aiming to introduce the software escrow concept, detail its enabling procedures and best practices, and highlight its role in protecting digital applications.
As well as raising awareness, supporting business continuity in the software sector, building trust between software developers and beneficiaries, advancing the maturity of the local software market, and unlocking new market opportunities.
The guideline targets the public and private sectors, individuals, software developers, and software escrow agents.
It included an introduction to the model that can be adopted and the role of escrow agents in securely managing computer software, source code, and associated technical documents through a software escrow agreement.
It also highlights the benefits for both developers and costumers from these safeguarding and delivery services, while outlining clear procedures for accessing the source code that protect rights and ensure business continuity.
The guideline targets costumers (individuals and the public and private sector), software developers, and escrow service provider.
This initiative is stems from CST’s commitment in regulating the technology sector, developing the software market and industry in the Kingdom, while supporting tech companies and introducing the software escrow as a key enabler for business continuity and software assets safety by including a third party that enhances trust in the software.
To view the Guidelines: Software Escrow Guideline
Source: https://www.cst.gov.sa/en/media-center/news/N2025112701
