Business Technology Policy

BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY POLICY AND SERVICES AGREEMENT

This Business Technology Policy and Services Agreement (the Agreement) is made effective as of by and between Company Name: ("Company") and Recipient Name: ("Recipient"). The parties agree as follows.

WHEREAS

WHEREAS, Company maintains proprietary information systems, network infrastructure, hardware and software (collectively, Technology Resources) that are essential to Company operations and the protection of its confidential information; and

WHEREAS, Recipient requires access to Technology Resources in connection with performing services for Company and acknowledges that such access imposes responsibilities to safeguard Company data and operate in accordance with Company policies; and

WHEREAS, the parties desire to set forth the scope of access, responsibilities, service terms and security requirements for use of Technology Resources.

SCOPE OF WORK

POLICY PROVISIONS

1. Acceptable Use: Recipient shall use Technology Resources only for authorized business purposes as defined in the Scope of Work and in compliance with this Agreement. Personal use is permitted only to the extent expressly authorized in writing by an authorized Company representative. Unauthorized activities, including but not limited to unauthorized access, disclosure, transmission of malicious code, or activities that degrade system performance, are prohibited.

2. Data Classification and Handling: Recipient shall classify information handled on Technology Resources in accordance with Company classification levels: Confidential, Internal, and Public. Confidential data shall be stored, transmitted and processed using encryption and access controls appropriate to its classification. Recipient shall not store Confidential data on personal devices unless explicitly authorized and protected by Company-approved controls.

3. Access Controls and Authentication: Access will be granted on a least-privilege basis. Recipient must use Company-approved authentication methods, protect credentials, and immediately report suspected credential compromise. Multi-factor authentication is required where technically feasible.

4. Device and Software Management: Only Company-approved hardware and software may be connected to Company networks. Installation of software, configuration changes, or connection of devices to the corporate network requires prior written approval from the Company’s IT administrator or designated policy owner:

5. Remote Access and BYOD: Remote access must be via Company-approved VPN or secure access solution. For bring-your-own-device (BYOD) scenarios, Recipient must enroll devices in Company device management and permit security controls, including remote wipe where applicable.

6. Incident Response and Reporting: Recipient must promptly report any actual or suspected security incident, data breach, or policy violation to the Company’s incident response contact and cooperate fully with investigation and remediation efforts.

7. Monitoring and Privacy: Company reserves the right to monitor, audit and inspect systems and data accessed through Technology Resources to ensure compliance with this Agreement and applicable law. Recipient has no expectation of privacy with respect to Company systems or Company data.

I acknowledge that I have read, understand and will comply with this Business Technology Policy and the Scope of Work above.

PAYMENT TERMS

Compensation for technology services (if any) will be as set forth below. All monetary amounts are in U.S. dollars unless otherwise specified.

If payment is not received when due, Company may assess interest and collection charges. Late fee percentage: % per month and/or flat late fee:

TERM AND TERMINATION

This Agreement shall commence on and shall continue until unless earlier terminated in accordance with this Section.

CONFIDENTIALITY

Recipient acknowledges that by virtue of access to Technology Resources, Recipient will receive or have access to Confidential Information. Recipient agrees to: (a) maintain Confidential Information in strict confidence; (b) use Confidential Information solely for the performance of obligations under this Agreement; (c) limit access to Confidential Information to persons with a need to know and who are bound by confidentiality obligations at least as protective as those herein; and (d) implement and maintain appropriate administrative, physical and technical safeguards to protect Confidential Information against unauthorized disclosure or access. Recipient shall notify Company immediately upon discovery of any unauthorized access, use or disclosure.

GOVERNING LAW

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of without regard to its conflict of law principles. Venue for any dispute arising under this Agreement shall be in the state or federal courts located in such state.

ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Agreement, including the Scope of Work and any attachments or written amendments signed by both parties, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, proposals, representations and communications, whether written or oral. No amendment shall be binding unless in writing and signed by authorized representatives of both parties.

MISCELLANEOUS

If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect. The failure of either party to enforce any right or remedy shall not constitute a waiver of such right or remedy.

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