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Master Software Development Agreement
I need a Master Software Development Agreement for my fintech startup based in Zurich to engage a software development company for creating a blockchain-based payment platform, with strict security requirements and data protection compliance under Swiss law, planned to commence in March 2025.
1. Parties: Identification of contracting parties including full legal names, addresses, and registration details
2. Background: Context of the agreement and brief description of parties' business relationship and objectives
3. Definitions: Detailed definitions of technical and legal terms used throughout the agreement
4. Scope of Services: Overview of software development services, including general methodology and approach
5. Project Management: Governance structure, reporting lines, and decision-making processes
6. Development Process: Details of SDLC, acceptance testing, and delivery procedures
7. Change Management: Procedures for requesting, evaluating, and implementing changes to scope or specifications
8. Charges and Payment: Fee structure, payment terms, expenses, and invoicing procedures
9. Intellectual Property Rights: Ownership and licensing of pre-existing and newly developed IP
10. Data Protection and Security: Compliance with Swiss data protection laws and security requirements
11. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information and trade secrets
12. Warranties and Representations: Standard and specific warranties for software development services
13. Liability and Indemnification: Limitation of liability and indemnification provisions under Swiss law
14. Term and Termination: Duration, renewal, and termination provisions including consequences
15. Force Majeure: Events excusing performance and related procedures
16. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate including governing law, jurisdiction, and notices
1. Source Code Escrow: Optional provisions for source code escrow arrangements, recommended for business-critical applications
2. Personnel Requirements: Specific requirements for development team members, including qualifications and security clearances
3. Business Continuity: Disaster recovery and business continuity requirements, important for critical systems
4. Insurance: Specific insurance requirements beyond standard coverage
5. Open Source Software: Specific provisions regarding use and management of open source components
6. Data Migration: Provisions for migration of existing data, if applicable
7. Training and Knowledge Transfer: Requirements for training client personnel and documentation
8. International Data Transfers: Required when development involves cross-border data transfers
1. Schedule 1 - Services Description: Detailed description of software development services and methodology
2. Schedule 2 - Service Levels: Performance metrics, response times, and quality standards
3. Schedule 3 - Charges: Detailed fee structure, rates, and payment milestones
4. Schedule 4 - Technical Requirements: Technical specifications and requirements for the software
5. Schedule 5 - Testing Procedures: Acceptance testing criteria and procedures
6. Schedule 6 - Security Requirements: Detailed security standards and requirements
7. Schedule 7 - Key Personnel: Details of key team members and their roles
8. Appendix A - Change Request Template: Standard form for requesting and documenting changes
9. Appendix B - Acceptance Certificate: Template for formal acceptance of deliverables
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Information Technology
Software Development
Financial Services
Healthcare
Manufacturing
Telecommunications
E-commerce
Professional Services
Insurance
Banking
Retail
Automotive
Energy
Digital Services
Education
Legal
Information Technology
Software Development
Procurement
Vendor Management
Contract Management
Project Management Office
Enterprise Architecture
Information Security
Risk Management
Technical Operations
Solution Design
Chief Technology Officer
Head of Legal
IT Director
Software Development Manager
Project Manager
Legal Counsel
Procurement Manager
Contract Manager
Chief Information Officer
Head of Software Development
Technical Director
Chief Digital Officer
IT Procurement Specialist
Development Team Lead
Solutions Architect
Legal Operations Manager
Vendor Management Director
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