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Master Services Agreement (MSA)

An MSA sets the overarching terms governing ongoing services between parties, providing a foundation for future statements of work or projects. This playbook breaks down best practices for managing risk, defining scope, and balancing flexibility with legal protection.

Compliance and Audit Rights

Why This Matters: Audit rights and compliance obligations help identify and remedy non-compliance early, reducing regulatory and contractual risk.

Negotiation strategy

If you're the Company:

Ensure the clause specifies compliance with all applicable laws and industry standards. Include language that grants the right to audit or inspect records related to compliance.

If you're the Contractor:

Negotiate to limit the scope and frequency of audits to protect sensitive information. Ensure any remediation steps are reasonable and clearly defined.

Essential elements

1

Compliance Obligations

Adherence to laws and standards.
2

Audit Rights

Right to inspect compliance records.
3

Remediation Steps

Corrective actions for breaches.

Action framework

ACCEPT

Propose edits if the clause lacks specific compliance or audit provisions.

EDIT

Reject if the clause imposes unreasonable audit demands.

ADD

Add language for jurisdiction-specific compliance if not present.

PRO TIP

Always align compliance clauses with the company's risk management policies.

Real-world examples

FAVORABLE

Preferred Compliance Clause

"The parties shall comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Each party grants the other the right to audit and inspect records related to compliance. In the event of non-compliance, the breaching party shall take immediate corrective actions as agreed upon by both parties."
NEUTRAL

Standard Compliance Clause

"The parties agree to comply with relevant laws and allow for periodic audits to ensure compliance. Any breaches shall be addressed through mutually agreed remediation steps."
UNFAVORABLE

Overly Broad Audit Rights

"Each party may conduct unlimited audits at any time without prior notice, accessing all records and systems."

Alternative scenarios & positions

High-Risk Projects

In high-risk projects, ensure more frequent audits and stricter compliance checks to mitigate potential liabilities.

International Operations

For international operations, tailor compliance obligations to meet diverse regulatory requirements across jurisdictions.

Data Privacy Concerns

When handling sensitive data, include specific audit protocols to ensure data protection compliance.

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