What to keep in mind
Review scope, ordering process, price, evidence of service, payment, indemnities, liability caps and unilateral changes.
Accepting standard terms without assessing total exposure can threaten profitability.
Distinctions often confused
The customer's commercial leverage does not make every imposed provision automatically lawful or balanced.
Frequently asked questions
Should a supplier accept a corporate customer's standard contract as written?
Not without examining the allocation of commercial and legal risks.
Can liability caps be negotiated?
Often yes, subject to applicable mandatory limitations.
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