Terms of Use

1. Ownership and Intellectual Property Rights

All content and materials available on this Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, videos, audio clips, data compilations, software, methodologies, frameworks, processes, concepts, know-how, and the selection and arrangement thereof (collectively, the "Site Content"), are the exclusive property of Steelclutch Partners or its licensors and are protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

Protected Materials Include:

• Written content, articles, case studies, and white papers
• Business methodologies, frameworks, and consulting approaches
• Software, applications, and tools
• Graphics, photographs, illustrations, and videos
• Audio content and multimedia presentations
• Database compilations and data arrangements
• Code, algorithms, and technical implementations

The compilation, organization, and display of the Site Content, as well as all software and technology used to deliver and operate the Site, are also the property of Steelclutch Partners and are protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

2. License to Use Site Content

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, Steelclutch Partners grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, revocable license to:

• Access and view the Site Content
• Download and print one copy of reasonable portions of the Site Content for your personal, non-commercial use
• Share links to our Site Content through standard social media sharing tools provided on the Site

Conditions of Use:

Any permitted use of the Site Content must comply with the following conditions:

• You must retain all copyright, trademark, and other proprietary notices contained in the original Site Content
• You may not modify, alter, or create derivative works from the Site Content
• You may not use the Site Content for any commercial purpose without our express written permission
• You may not remove, obscure, or alter any legal notices displayed in or along with the Site Content

This license terminates automatically if you violate any of these Terms. Upon termination, you must immediately destroy any downloaded or printed Site Content.

3. Restrictions on Use

In addition to the limitations described elsewhere in these Terms, you expressly agree that you will NOT:

Prohibited Activities:

• Reproduce or Distribute: Copy, reproduce, distribute, republish, download, display, post, transmit, or otherwise use the Site Content in any way, except as specifically permitted in Section 2
• Modify or Create Derivatives: Modify, reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or create derivative works based on the Site or Site Content
• Commercial Use: Use the Site or Site Content for any commercial purpose without our express written consent, including but not limited to:
  • Incorporating Site Content into your own products or services
  • Using Site Content in commercial presentations or proposals (except as a prospective client evaluating our services)
  • Selling, licensing, or monetizing access to Site Content
• Automated Access and Data Mining: Use any automated means, including robots, crawlers, scrapers, or similar data-gathering tools, to access, monitor, copy, or extract data from the Site without our express written permission
• AI and Machine Learning: Use the Site Content to develop, train, fine-tune, or improve any artificial intelligence, machine learning, or algorithmic system, including but not limited to:
  • Training language models or generative AI systems
  • Creating datasets for machine learning purposes
  • Using Site Content in retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) systems
  • Feeding Site Content into any AI-powered tools or applications
• Mirror or Frame: "Mirror" the Site or any portion of the Site Content on any other server or website
• Interfere with Operations: Interfere with or disrupt the Site, servers, or networks connected to the Site, or violate any requirements, procedures, policies, or regulations of such networks
• Bypass Security: Circumvent, disable, or otherwise interfere with security-related features of the Site or features that prevent or restrict the use or copying of Site Content
• Unlawful Activities: Use the Site in any manner that violates any applicable local, state, national, or international law or regulation
• Harmful Code: Upload, transmit, or distribute any viruses, worms, defects, Trojan horses, or other items of a destructive nature
• Impersonation: Impersonate any person or entity, or falsely state or otherwise misrepresent your affiliation with a person or entity

4. Trademarks

The Steelclutch Partners name, logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of Steelclutch Partners or its affiliates or licensors (collectively, the "Trademarks"). You may not use such Trademarks without the prior written permission of Steelclutch Partners.

Trademark Usage Restrictions:

Unless expressly authorized by Steelclutch Partners in writing, you agree that you will NOT:

• Use our Trademarks in any manner that implies sponsorship, endorsement, or affiliation with Steelclutch Partners
• Use our Trademarks in connection with any product or service that is not ours
• Use our Trademarks in any manner that could cause confusion, mistake, or deception
• Use our Trademarks in any manner that disparages or discredits Steelclutch Partners
• Copy, imitate, or use, in whole or in part, the look and feel of the Site or any of its design elements
• Register any domain names, social media handles, or other identifiers containing our Trademarks or confusingly similar variations

Third-Party Trademarks:

All other names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans mentioned on the Site are the trademarks of their respective owners. Reference to any products, services, processes, or other information by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, supplier, or otherwise does not constitute or imply endorsement, sponsorship, or recommendation by Steelclutch Partners.

5. User Submissions and Communications

The Site may provide opportunities for you to submit information, feedback, questions, comments, suggestions, or other materials ("User Submissions"). By submitting any User Submission to us, you automatically grant Steelclutch Partners the following rights:

License Grant:

You grant Steelclutch Partners a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, transferable, and fully sublicensable right to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, perform, and display your User Submissions (in whole or in part) and to incorporate them into other works in any form, media, or technology now known or later developed, for any purpose, including commercial purposes.

Your Representations and Warranties:

By submitting User Submissions, you represent and warrant that:

• You own or have the necessary rights, licenses, consents, and permissions to grant the license described above
• Your User Submission does not infringe any intellectual property rights, privacy rights, or other rights of any third party
• Your User Submission does not contain any defamatory, obscene, offensive, or illegal material
• Your User Submission does not contain any confidential or proprietary information of any third party

Prohibited User Submissions:

You agree that you will not submit or post any content that:

• Is false, misleading, or fraudulent
• Is threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, libelous, or invasive of another's privacy
• Violates any applicable law or regulation
• Contains viruses or other harmful computer code
• Infringes the intellectual property or other rights of any third party
• Constitutes unsolicited advertising or promotional material

Our Rights:

Steelclutch Partners reserves the right, but has no obligation, to:

• Monitor, edit, or remove any User Submissions at our sole discretion
• Investigate and take appropriate legal action against anyone who violates this section
• Refuse to post or remove any User Submission for any or no reason

6. Unsolicited Ideas and Submissions

Important Policy Notice: Steelclutch Partners does not accept or consider unsolicited ideas, proposals, suggestions, or other materials outside of established business relationships or without a prior written agreement.

Why This Policy Exists:

As a consulting firm that develops proprietary methodologies, frameworks, and solutions, we must protect both our intellectual property and the intellectual property of our current clients. This policy helps us:

• Avoid potential conflicts and misunderstandings
• Protect our clients' confidential information and ongoing projects
• Prevent disputes over ownership of ideas
• Maintain the integrity of our independent development processes

Treatment of Unsolicited Submissions:

If you submit unsolicited ideas, suggestions, proposals, business plans, or other materials to Steelclutch Partners through this Site or otherwise, you acknowledge and agree that:

• No Confidential Relationship: Your submission does not create a confidential or fiduciary relationship between you and Steelclutch Partners
• No Obligation to Review: Steelclutch Partners has no obligation to review, consider, or respond to your submission, and we may delete it without review
• No Confidentiality: Your submission will not be treated as confidential or proprietary, even if marked as such
• No Compensation: You are not entitled to any compensation or reimbursement of any kind from Steelclutch Partners under any circumstances
• Freedom to Use: Steelclutch Partners is free to use, disclose, reproduce, license, or otherwise distribute and exploit your submission for any purpose, without attribution or compensation to you
• No Liability: Steelclutch Partners has no liability for any use or disclosure of your submission or for any similarities between your submission and any materials or ideas that Steelclutch Partners may have independently developed or obtained from other sources

How to Properly Submit Ideas:

If you wish to discuss a potential business opportunity or submit ideas or proposals to Steelclutch Partners:

• Contact us directly at business@steelclutchpartners.com
• We will provide you with information about our engagement process
• Any confidential discussions will be governed by a separate written agreement
• We will enter into appropriate confidentiality agreements before reviewing any confidential information

7. Third-Party Links and Content

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources ("Third-Party Links") that are not owned or controlled by Steelclutch Partners. We may also display content from third-party sources or integrate third-party services into the Site.

No Endorsement:

The presence of Third-Party Links on the Site does not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or recommendation of the third-party website, service, product, or content. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for:

• The content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services
• The accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any third-party content
• Any products or services offered through third-party websites
• Any dealings you may have with third parties

Your Responsibility:

You acknowledge and agree that:

• You access Third-Party Links at your own risk
• You should review the terms and policies of any third-party website before using it
• Steelclutch Partners is not liable for any loss or damage arising from your use of third-party websites or services
• Different terms and conditions may apply to your use of third-party websites and services

Third-Party Content:

Some content on the Site may be provided by third parties. Steelclutch Partners:

• Does not endorse or guarantee the accuracy of third-party content
• Is not responsible for any errors or omissions in third-party content
• Makes no representations or warranties regarding third-party content
• Reserves the right to remove third-party content at any time without notice

8. Disclaimers and Limitation of Warranties

No Professional Advice:

The Site Content is provided for general informational purposes only and is not intended to provide:

• Business consulting advice tailored to your specific situation
• Technology implementation recommendations for your organization
• Financial, investment, or tax advice
• Legal advice or opinions
• Any other professional services

You should not rely on any Site Content as a substitute for professional consultation regarding your specific circumstances. Always seek the advice of qualified professionals regarding any business, technical, legal, or financial questions you may have.

Additional Disclaimers:

• No Guarantee of Results: Case studies, testimonials, and examples of our work are provided for illustrative purposes only. Past performance and results do not guarantee future results. Your results may vary.
• Technology and Connectivity: We do not warrant that the Site will be compatible with your hardware or software, or that the Site will be available at all times or free from errors, viruses, or other harmful components.
• Third-Party Content: We make no warranties regarding any third-party content, services, or websites accessible through the Site.
• Currency of Information: Site Content may become outdated, and we have no obligation to update it. We make no commitment to update or correct any information on the Site.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of certain warranties, so some of the above exclusions may not apply to you. In such jurisdictions, our liability is limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.

9. Limitation of Liability

Basis of the Bargain:

You acknowledge and agree that the disclaimers, exclusions, and limitations of liability set forth in these Terms form an essential basis of the agreement between you and Steelclutch Partners, and that Steelclutch Partners would not provide access to the Site absent such disclaimers, exclusions, and limitations.

Maximum Liability:

IN NO EVENT SHALL THE TOTAL LIABILITY OF STEELCLUTCH PARTNERS, ITS AFFILIATES, OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, OR LICENSORS TO YOU FOR ALL DAMAGES, LOSSES, AND CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THESE TERMS OR YOUR USE OF THE SITE (WHETHER IN CONTRACT, TORT INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE, WARRANTY, OR OTHERWISE) EXCEED ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00).

Jurisdictional Variations:

Some jurisdictions do not allow the limitation or exclusion of liability for incidental or consequential damages. In such jurisdictions, our liability is limited to the greatest extent permitted by law. These limitations and exclusions apply even if any remedy fails of its essential purpose.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Steelclutch Partners and its affiliates, and each of their respective officers, directors, employees, agents, successors, and assigns (collectively, the "Indemnified Parties") from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees and court costs) arising out of or relating to:

• Your access to or use of the Site or Site Content
• Your violation of these Terms or any applicable law or regulation
• Your violation of any rights of any third party, including intellectual property rights, privacy rights, or proprietary rights
• Any User Submissions you provide to the Site
• Any misrepresentation made by you
• Your negligence or willful misconduct

Defense and Settlement:

Steelclutch Partners reserves the right, at its own expense, to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter otherwise subject to indemnification by you. In such case, you agree to cooperate with Steelclutch Partners in asserting any available defenses. You may not settle any claim without Steelclutch Partners' prior written consent.

Notice of Claims:

You must provide Steelclutch Partners with prompt written notice of any claim for which you are obligated to provide indemnification. Your indemnification obligations will survive the termination of these Terms and your use of the Site.

11. Copyright Infringement and Takedown

Steelclutch Partners respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects users of the Site to do the same. In accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act ("DMCA") and other applicable laws, we have adopted a policy of terminating, in appropriate circumstances, the accounts or access of users who are repeat infringers.

Notice of Copyright Infringement:

If you believe that your copyrighted work has been copied in a way that constitutes copyright infringement and is accessible on this Site, please notify our copyright agent with the following information:

• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed, or, if multiple copyrighted works are covered by a single notification, a representative list of such works
• Identification of the material that is claimed to be infringing or to be the subject of infringing activity, including information reasonably sufficient to permit us to locate the material (e.g., URL)
• Your contact information, including your name, address, telephone number, and email address
• A statement that you have a good faith belief that use of the material in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law
• A statement that the information in the notification is accurate and, under penalty of perjury, that you are authorized to act on behalf of the owner of an exclusive right that is allegedly infringed
• Your physical or electronic signature

Copyright Agent Contact:

Notices of claimed copyright infringement should be sent to:

Copyright Agent
Steelclutch Partners
Email: copyright@steelclutchpartners.com

Counter-Notice:

If you believe that material you posted was removed or access to it was disabled by mistake or misidentification, you may file a counter-notice with our copyright agent. The counter-notice must include substantially the same information required for a takedown notice, along with a statement under penalty of perjury that the material was removed or disabled as a result of mistake or misidentification.

12. Termination

Steelclutch Partners reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to:

• Terminate or suspend your access to all or part of the Site, with or without notice, for any reason or no reason, including without limitation if you breach these Terms
• Remove or disable access to any Site Content or User Submissions at any time without notice
• Refuse access to the Site to anyone for any reason at any time

Effect of Termination:

Upon termination of your access to the Site:

• Your right to use the Site will immediately cease
• You must destroy all copies of Site Content in your possession
• All provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including but not limited to ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity obligations, and limitations of liability

No Liability for Termination:

Steelclutch Partners will not be liable to you or any third party for any termination of your access to the Site or removal of any Site Content or User Submissions.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

Governing Law:

These Terms and your use of the Site shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. The United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods shall not apply.

Jurisdiction and Venue:

You agree that any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Site shall be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located in Dallas County, Texas. You hereby irrevocably consent to the personal jurisdiction and venue of such courts and waive any objection to the laying of venue in such courts based on inconvenient forum or otherwise.

Choice of Forum:

By using the Site, you specifically acknowledge that Steelclutch Partners may choose the jurisdiction of its preference for any legal proceedings you attempt to bring against us. You have agreed by using this Site to be subject to the laws of the State of Texas, and we may elect to defend any such action in Texas courts without regard to where in the world you are located or from where you accessed the Site.

Waiver of Class Actions:

To the extent permitted by applicable law, you agree that any dispute resolution proceedings will be conducted only on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action. You waive any right to participate in a class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration.

14. General Provisions

Entire Agreement:

These Terms, together with our Privacy Statement and any other legal notices published on the Site, constitute the entire agreement between you and Steelclutch Partners regarding your use of the Site and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written.

Modification of Terms:

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Site with a new "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of changes constitutes your acceptance of such changes. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

Severability:

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid, illegal, or unenforceable provision shall be deemed modified to the extent necessary to make it valid, legal, and enforceable while preserving its intent to the greatest extent possible.

Waiver:

No waiver of any term or condition of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition or any other term or condition. Any failure by Steelclutch Partners to assert a right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

Assignment:

You may not assign, transfer, or sublicense these Terms or any of your rights or obligations hereunder without our prior written consent. Steelclutch Partners may assign these Terms or any of its rights or obligations hereunder at any time without notice to you. These Terms will be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the parties and their respective successors and permitted assigns.

Force Majeure:

Steelclutch Partners shall not be liable for any failure to perform its obligations under these Terms where such failure results from any cause beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to mechanical, electronic, or communications failure or degradation, acts of God, natural disasters, pandemics, war, terrorism, or government restrictions.

Headings:

The section headings in these Terms are for convenience only and have no legal or contractual effect.

Export Compliance:

You agree to comply with all applicable export and import control laws and regulations in your use of the Site and Site Content. You represent and warrant that you are not located in a country that is subject to a U.S. government embargo or that has been designated by the U.S. government as a "terrorist supporting" country, and that you are not listed on any U.S. government list of prohibited or restricted parties.

Language:

These Terms are drafted in the English language. If these Terms are translated into any other language, the English version shall control and prevail in the event of any conflict or discrepancy.

Relationship of Parties:

Nothing in these Terms shall be construed to create a partnership, joint venture, employment, or agency relationship between you and Steelclutch Partners. You have no authority to bind Steelclutch Partners in any manner whatsoever.