Program Rules
Define eligibility, earning mechanics, redemption rules, expirations, and limitations; include examples and edge-case handling to prevent participant disputes and support consistent fulfillment.
The addendum removes ambiguity about rewards, allocates costs and liability, documents consent for marketing communications and data use, and sets measurable performance and reporting expectations to reduce disputes and regulatory risk.
Having these stakeholders onboard during drafting reduces rework, speeds approval, and clarifies responsibilities before campaigns launch.
Typically approves program rules, KPIs, and reporting schedules; coordinates with vendors on operational details and campaign timelines; verifies that benefits align with the approved budget and promotion plan.
An officer or contract signatory for each party who has authority under the main agreement to execute amendments and bind the organization to the loyalty addendum terms.
Tim Martin, Founder of Martin Properties, uses electronic addenda to formalize co-marketing and tenant-referral rewards in lease campaigns.
John Butler of Fertility Centers of Illinois uses addenda to capture patient-referral incentives and vendor service terms.
Define eligibility, earning mechanics, redemption rules, expirations, and limitations; include examples and edge-case handling to prevent participant disputes and support consistent fulfillment.
State who funds rewards, payment schedules, reimbursement mechanics, any caps or credits, and invoicing requirements to avoid billing disputes and clarify tax reporting responsibilities.
Specify data collected, permitted uses, storage and retention periods, security controls, and breach notification obligations aligned with HIPAA or state privacy laws as applicable.
Set reporting frequency, required metrics, audit access rights, and dispute resolution procedures for discrepancies in participation, redemptions, or financial reconciliations.
Clarify ownership of customer lists, creative assets, and aggregated program insights; include license terms for co-branded assets where applicable.
Describe notice requirements, cure periods, effects on outstanding rewards, and post-termination data disposition to reduce litigation and operational ambiguity.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Upload Document | Use final PDF or Word conversion |
| Add Fields | Place signature, date, and text fields |
| Authentication | Choose email, SMS code, or KBA |
| Reminders | Set automated reminders and expiration |
Use a platform that provides tamper-evident signed copies and exportable audit records to preserve evidentiary value.
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial, no credit card | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor | Varies by vendor |
| Bulk Send | Yes (Business Premium) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Envelope Cap | No cap | 100 envelopes/user/year limit | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |
Specify MM/DD/YYYY when obligations begin
Monthly or quarterly KPI and redemption reports
Net 30 or agreed invoice schedule for reimbursements
30–90 days depending on impact and cure provisions
Specify timeframe for removing participant data after termination
Complete internal drafting and legal review to finalize terms.
Collect authorized signatures and record execution dates.
Configure fulfillment, CRM integration, and reporting pipelines.
Begin participant enrollment, communications, and monitoring.
| Criteria | Marketing Loyalty Addendum | Statement of Work (SOW) |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Purpose | define loyalty program terms | define deliverables and services |
| Scope | program mechanics and rewards | project tasks and timelines |
| Signature Role | amends main agreement; requires authorized signatories | standalone contract requiring execution |
| Typical Attachments | reward schedules, data policies | technical specs, acceptance criteria |