I know we all send either full or partial file CAD files to subtrades for the creation of our beautiful buildings. However, I often get request from clients of the private sector for an electronic copy of the design.
I usually comply with their request knowing that they will never touch that CD-R again, however I am not fully comfortable in doing so.
Often times the client works for a Tool & Die or some other manufacturing outfit and have access to autocad and large format printing equipment. They simply want the file so they can scam free printing from the company they work for.
I am largely concerned that the drawings may get into the wrong hands and be re-used or altered without my consent. The people around here have no concept of the word copyright and if they think it's free, then it is!
I even question the ethics of the subtrades sometimes.
What type of policies or office standards do some of you have with this situation?