In this episode, we discuss what signing a contract with a software development company really entails and what matters most to both the client and the IT provider. We cover the form of the contract and the signing process, pitfalls in international contracts, precise scope and deadlines, as well as contractual penalties and SLAs\u2014so that the provisions aren\u2019t just \u201cnice-sounding paragraphs.\u201d We also consider what collaboration on a project looks like (acceptances, the other party\u2019s silence, the cost of \u201cgoing back\u201d to development), when it\u2019s better to prevent issues than to salvage a contract after the fact, and how to handle GDPR matters and the transfer of software rights. We also discuss AI in the context of IP and the day-to-day work of a law firm\u2014where technology actually helps, and where a person with practical experience is still needed. If you\u2019re interested in how to negotiate IT contracts more safely, avoid common mistakes during implementations, and understand the boundaries between the contract and the reality of the project\u2014this episode is for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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