We always work under a signed NDA, therefore we cannot state references by name. We
consider publication of these details a breach of this NDA. In order to proceed with an
appointment to get more information we will ask you to sign a mutual NDA beforehand, to
offer the security to be able to disclose information and brainstorm. How we handle this is
clearly explained in our strict privacy statement and terms of service.

Guards IT B.V. (PLC) handles all information including personal information in a very strict
confidential manner and operates within the guidelines of the GDPR (AVG).
Guards IT B.V. considers the safe keeping and handling of the information of any party,
employee and other relations -stakeholders- of the utmost importance. Therefore we are
transparent about how (your) information is processed. Guards IT B.V. processes confidential information and, if so necessary, personal information in
the course of its business activities and only uses functional 'cookies'. In this privacy statement we will inform you about the reasons for which personal information
is processed and any other information that may be of importance to you. This privacy
statement concerns all activities (including activities on the website) of Guards IT B.V. and
provides the most important information per subject. Responsibility
Guards IT B.V. is the responsible party in terms of the GDRP. For any questions you can reach
us at: info@guards-it.com For which purposes does Guards IT B.V. process personal information?
Guards IT B.V. develops ICT projects in the field of software development and project analysis,
which are carried out with the utmost care for its clients.
To complete these projects it may be necessary to collect and process information, including
incidental processing of personal information. Guards IT B.V. only collects and processes said (personal) information only if strictly necessary
for amongst others these reasons:

• entering into and fulfilling agreements;
• offering services;
• entering into partnerships with third parties;
• business processes;
• meeting legal obligations;

In addition to the named purposes, Guards IT B.V. will not process any (personal) information
without prior consent. Guards IT B.V. only collects data directly and not from third parties. Care
Guards IT B.V. handles (personal) information confidentially. Guards IT B.V. will always take
fitting technical and organisational measures to protect all information. In order to protect all
(personal) information, Guards IT B.V. uses fitting security protocols and technologies. Any
(personal) information reaches us only by secured means.
We will always file report in case of (attempted) misuse of the information. Sharing information
Information recevived from or on behalf of parties with whom Guards IT B.V. has a working
relationship shall not be monetized, sold or shared with any third party in any way.
Guards IT B.V. will only release information to acting government institutions and only to fulfill
a legal obligation to do so. Breach of data confidentiality
In case of any breach of confidentiality of any information held by Guards IT B.V. all involved
persons and relevant authorities will be informed. Record keeping
Guards IT B.V. will keep (your) information in accordance with the NDA as signed prior to the
start of any project. The information is not kept for any period of time longer than necessary
to complete the contractual agreement for which the data was collected. Use of the website
Our website does not collect any user information or information about how the site is used by
means of placement of cookies. We will never collect any information online unless we have
your prior consent or before a request has been made to this extent by you. Use of cookies
Our website only uses functional cookies to allow for the website to function. No (analytical or
tracking) data is collected. Accepting cookies
Our website functions optimal if you accept cookies. These cookies are a necessaty for the
functioning of the site. You can easily accept our cookies in the cookie "wall" notification upon
your first visit to the site. By your continued use of our website you consent to the use of
these functional cookies. Analytical cookies
Analytical cookies collect data about how visitors use a website. We do not use analytical
cookies. Questions
Should you have any questions or remarks directly relating to this privacy statement, please
contact us on the above mentioned e-mail address. This privacy statement was last amended on the 25th of June 2020. Guards IT B.V. retains the right to change any part of the privacy statement if so deemed
necessary without priot notification. A possible amendment may be an update to the GDPR
regulations. You are solely responsible for keeping up to date with our privacy statement and
any amendments.

Article 1- Definitions

1. 1. In these Terms of Service the following terms are used in the follwing definitions, unless expressly stated otherwise.
   • Contractor: Guards IT B.V.
   • Client: Counter party of Contractor.
   • Assignment: The mutually agreed assignment of software analysis, development advisory and/or project management to be executed by Contractor and the scope and terms under which this must be done.
2. Article 2 – Applicability
   1. These Terms and Conditions are applicable to all assignments, offers and agreements/contracts for software analysis, development advisory and/or project management by Guards IT B.V. as delivered to Clients. Client must expressly accept the Terms and Conditions.
   2. Changes to and/or additions to these Terms shall only be applicable if and when accepted in writing by Guards IT B.V.
3. Article 3 – Validity
   1. These Terms and Conditions determine the legal standing between Client and Guards IT B.V. and form an integral part of the agreement.
   2. In case of parties wishing to mutually change these Terms, this shall be agreed upon in writing.
   3. Any and all written communication with Guards IT B.V. shall be carried out via email.
   4. After acceptance of these Terms, they shall be valid for any new and consecutive assignment unless expressly agreed otherwise.
4. Article 4 – NDA - Non-Disclosure
   1. All communications by, with and/or to Guards IT B.V. is held to the terms agreed in the (mutual) Non-disclosure Agreement, or NDA. As a result, both parties are expressly forbidden to disclose any information of, from or about the other party to any third party, unless express written agreement to the contrary.
   2. The NDA will remain in effect after termination of any process of cooperation in any form.
   3. Parties are exempt from confidentiality in case of a legally binding request by a (government) branch.
5. Article 5 – Offers
   1. Unless expressly stated otherwise, all offers (quotations) are non-binding.
   2. Offers of a repetitive nature shall only remain valid for a period pre-determined in writing by us.
   3. An offer by Guards IT B.V. will also remain valid for 15 working days, unless expressly stated otherwise.
   4. If no contract or agreement is reached with Guards IT B.V. within this period, any counter party can not demand or refer to the initial offer. After the 15-day period, any offer shall automatically become null and void.
6. Article 6 – Liability
   1. Guards IT B.V. is bound to execute the software analysis, development advisory and/or project management to best effort.
   2. Despite best effort, Guards IT B.V. shall not accept any liability for damages as a result of any action taken or withheld on the basis of information provided to Guards IT B.V., unless deemed as a result of negligence.
   3. In the event that Guards IT B.V. is deemed liable for damages, these shall not exceed the maximum of the invoice total of the applicable assignment and shall never exceed the maximum insured sum.
   4. Guards IT B.V. can not be held liable or responsible for any third party or consequential damages, such as loss of revenue/income.
7. Article 7 – Payment terms
   1. Guards IT B.V. shall send the invoice within 14 days after completion of the (agreed part of the) assignment. Parts of the assignment may be invoiced monthly (at the end of the month) in the event that an assignment shall contractually stretch over more than one month.
   2. Payment shall be made within 14 (fourteen) days of invoice date, unless expressly agreed otherwise in writing.
   3. All amounts on invoices and in offers are exclusive of VAT and/or other taxations.
   4. Travel and cost incurred during travel are not included in the pricing of any contract. These charges shall be stated separately on invoices.
   5. Disputes regarding invoices shall be communicated in writing within eight days of the invoice date.
   6. Any delay in receipt of balance payments by Guards IT B.V. shall result in a 1% penalty for delay of payment, not regarding any reminder or formal statement of late payment. Client shall be charged 1% (composite) of any balance on (partial) invoice per month at the beginning of each month.
   7. If Client has a remaining unpaid balance after having been reminded of said balance, the (balance of) outstanding payments may be offered to a collection agency, in which case Client shall be held liable for the original invoiced amount incuding legal cost, any possible legal charges, any possible cost of external auditors, besides the common legal charges with regards to this or other applicable legal action. This shall be deemed a minimum of 15% of the outstanding balance with a minimum of €250,- exclusive of VAT.
8. Article 8 – Modification of dates
   1. At the request of Client, upon written agreement with Guards IT B.V., the process of software anaylsis, development advisory and/or project management by postponed by up to three months if agreement to this extension is reached in writing no more less than four weeks prior to the original starting date.
   2. If such request is made within seven days prior to start of the contract any changes to the starting date will result in cost incurred by Client.
   3. In case of delays as a result of illness on the part of Guards IT B.V. the complete trajectory of the agreement shall be moved to a mutually agreed date.
9. Article 9 – Premature termination of the Assigment (Force Majeure)
   1. Guards IT B.V. retains the right to terminate the assignment if the completion of the Assignment is obstructed by 'Force Majeure' and can not be deemed a result of any negligent (lack of) acting by Guards IT B.V.
10. Article 10 – Cancellation by Client
    1. Client retains the right to cancel the Assignment in writing by registered mail.
    2. Cancellation may be free of cost/charges up to 7 days prior to the starting date of the (first part of the) Assignment.
    3. If cancellation is executed less than seven days prior to starting date, Client shall be held to payment of 50% of the offered sum invoice amount of the full assignment.
    4. If Client or any party on behalf of the Client terminates any contract before completion, Client shall be held to payment of the full Assignment and invoice.
11. Article 11 – Cancellation by Guards IT B.V.
    1. Guards IT B.V. retains the right to cancel or terminate any Assignment if the assignment is contradictory to common moral and standards. Client shall in this case not be invoiced. Two weeks notice of this event is applicable.
12. Article 12 – Confidentiality and secrecy / Privacy
    1. Guards IT B.V. and Client are bound to secrecy with regards to any and all information shared between parties in the process of the Assignment, of which confidentiality or priviledge can be expected.
    2. Any information shared by Client with Guards IT B.V. shall be handled confidentially and shall never be shared with any third party, unless expressly deemed necessary or demanded.
    3. Parties agree to this confidentiality in effect and agree to withhold from (publicly) sharing information, directly or indirectly, including any press or media.
    4. In the course of it's Assigments, Guards IT B.V. uses computer systems and data carriers and shall carry this out responsibly and with care.
13. Article 13 - Disputes and applicable law
    1. Any and all agreements as well as any proceedings as a result of these are governed by Dutch Law.
    2. Any dispute between the Parties in relation to the Contract will be submitted only
       to the competent courts of The Netherlands, unless the Parties agree on
       an alternative means of settlement at the time a dispute arises.
14. Article 14 - Other provisions
    1. The Contractor (Guards IT B.V.) may change these Terms without prior notice. The latest version as filed is applicable.
    2. If one or more provisions of the Terms and Conditions or the Contract are found to be
       invalid or are nullified by a court of law, the remaining provisions will retain their legal
       force.