Terms and Conditions

1. Scope

These Terms and Conditions apply to all services provided by Germano Technologies under the Germano Consulting brand. This includes, but is not limited to, Next Generation AI consulting, software development, integration, training, and support services.

Any deviating or supplementary conditions of the client require the express written consent of Germano Technologies.

2. Conclusion of Contract

A contract is concluded upon the client's written acceptance of a proposal prepared by Germano Technologies. Proposals are generally valid for 30 days unless otherwise stated.

The free initial consultation does not constitute a binding offer and does not create any contractual obligations.

3. Scope of Services

The scope of services is determined by the written proposal or scope description. Changes or extensions to the scope require a written agreement and may result in a price adjustment.

4. Prices and Payment Terms

• All prices are in EUR or CHF, net, plus applicable VAT (where applicable).
• Fixed-price projects: Payment is typically made in milestones: 40% at project start, 40% at interim acceptance, 20% at final acceptance.
• Retainer:Monthly billing, due at the beginning of each month. Cancellable with 30 days' notice at the end of any month.
• Invoices are payable within 14 days of receipt unless otherwise agreed.

5. Client Obligations

The client shall provide the information, access, and contact persons required for service delivery in a timely manner. Delays caused by insufficient cooperation are not attributable to Germano Technologies.

6. Intellectual Property (IP)

All code created within the scope of the project is transferred to the client upon full payment. The client receives an unrestricted, worldwide, perpetual right of use.

Germano Technologies retains the right to reuse general methods, concepts, and know-how (no client-specific data or code) for other projects.

7. Confidentiality

Both parties commit to not disclosing confidential information of the other party to third parties and to using it only for the purpose of contract fulfilment. This obligation continues beyond the end of the contract.

8. Warranty and Liability

Germano Technologies provides services with the diligence of an experienced service provider. Liability is limited to the contract value of the respective project.

Liability for indirect damages, lost profits, or consequential damages is excluded to the extent permitted by law.

9. Termination

• Fixed-price projects: May be terminated by the client at any time. Services already rendered must be compensated.
• Retainer:Cancellable by either party with 30 days' notice at the end of any month.
• The right to extraordinary termination for cause remains unaffected.

10. Data Protection

The processing of personal data is governed by our Privacy Policy. Where personal data is processed on behalf of the client within a project, a separate Data Processing Agreement (DPA) will be concluded.

11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

Swiss law applies. The place of jurisdiction is Zurich, Switzerland.

12. Severability Clause

Should any provision of these Terms and Conditions be or become invalid, the validity of the remaining provisions shall not be affected. The invalid provision shall be replaced by a valid provision that most closely reflects the economic purpose of the invalid provision.

Germano Technologies
Tuchmacherstrasse 36, 8041 Zurich, Switzerland
CHE-464.737.884