Since Shapeways re-launched their Designer For Hire program, they have seen an influx of new designers hoping to find potential clients interested in having custom, 3D printable items designed for them. In a new blog post, Shapeways IP and general counsel Michael Weinberg details exactly why new clients and designers should be asking each other the question of who get’s the 3D files once the job is done. Weinberg’s first suggestion is a simple one, get a contract. While that may seem a little bit over the top for what may be a small job, it could end up saving both the designer and the client a lot of headaches down the road. You can read more over on 3DPrint.com: https://3dprint.com/134082/who-gets-the-3d-files/