When working with international contractors, intellectual property rights and confidentiality agreements need to be explicitly defined in the contract. Contractors may retain ownership of the intellectual property they create, necessitating clear provisions to transfer these rights to the company upon payment. Confidentiality agreements are essential to safeguard sensitive information, but enforcing them across borders can be challenging. With employees, intellectual property rights belong to the employer by default, and confidentiality obligations are typically stronger due to their status as part of the company.