On April 23, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) unveiled a pivotal new rule aimed at abolishing noncompete clauses in employment contracts. This bold move is poised to catalyze the creation of new businesses, enhance job mobility, boost worker earnings and ignite innovation across various industries, including ediscovery.

Here’s a breakdown of the new rule, its implications and what it means for the ediscovery job market—particularly for hiring managers and sales professionals.