General Terms and Conditions - Data Policy

Last Updated: May 10, 2025

These General Terms and Conditions (the “Agreement”) govern the relationship between Direct Strategisch Advies, Analyses en Consultancy Diensten, trading under the brand name “Direct” (hereafter: “Direct”, “we”, “us”, or “our”), registered at the Dutch Chamber of Commerce (KvK) under number 91553083, and any person or legal entity (hereafter: “Client”, “you”, or “your”) who accesses our website or engages our services. By accessing this website and/or requesting our services, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to be legally bound by this Agreement.

1. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Agreement and any related disputes are exclusively governed by Dutch law. The competent court in Amsterdam has exclusive jurisdiction. By entering into this Agreement, you confirm you are legally capable of doing so, or authorised to bind the entity you represent.

2. Formation and Scope of Services

Engagement starts upon written confirmation by Direct after verification, documentation receipt, and agreement on fees or terms. Timelines are estimates. We reserve the right to adjust delivery based on complexity, third-party input, or force majeure. We may reallocate staff, revise methods, and modify scope where reasonably required.

3. Fees, Payment, and Taxation

Fees may be fixed, hourly, success-based, or retainer-based, as agreed. VAT (BTW) is charged per Dutch law. Standard payment term is 30 days. Late payments accrue statutory interest. Extrajudicial collection costs apply in accordance with Dutch law. We reserve the right to adjust rates due to inflation or legal changes.

4. Client Duties and Cooperation

Client shall provide accurate, lawful, and updated information, respond within agreed timelines, and comply with applicable laws and licenses. Client shall ensure timely payments and provide necessary documentation, cooperation, and approvals.

5. Liability and Limitations

Our liability is limited to direct damages and to the amount paid for the service in question. We are not liable for indirect damages, including lost profits. Force majeure (as per Article 6:75 BW) releases us from liability. We offer no guarantees, only best-effort obligations. Each partner maintains separate liability. Client indemnifies Direct against third-party claims based on Client’s information or conduct.

6. Confidentiality and Data Protection

We treat all business, personal, and strategic data as confidential. We implement industry-standard security measures and adhere to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Data is processed lawfully, proportionally, and stored only as long as required. Data may be shared only with trusted processors or where legally obligated.

7. Intellectual Property

We retain ownership of all templates, methodologies, and deliverables unless explicitly transferred. Client receives a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use deliverables only for agreed purposes and after full payment.

8. Termination

Either party may terminate the Agreement in case of breach, legal necessity, mutual agreement, or insolvency. Upon termination, obligations such as confidentiality, payment for rendered services, and IP return remain in force.

9. Force Majeure

Force majeure includes natural disasters, legal restrictions, war, epidemics, infrastructure failure, and other external disruptions. Affected obligations may be suspended. Parties must notify and attempt reasonable mitigation.

10. Amendments and Communication

We may amend these Terms to reflect regulatory or operational changes. Updates take effect upon posting or notification. Official communication may occur via verified email, website, or written letter.

By using our services or accessing our website, you acknowledge and agree to these Terms. If any provision of this Agreement is deemed unenforceable, the remainder shall remain in effect. For inquiries or to exercise GDPR rights, 

Contact us at:

Direct Strategisch Advies, Analyses en Consultancy Diensten

KVK: 91553083

BTW: NL004899694B94

Info@DirectSTAC.com