Terms & Conditions (US)

Price

All prices are quoted exclusive of appropriate taxes.

Project start and dates

The start of the project and on-site dates are arranged individually after the order is received.

Staff

Depending on the project focus. We may also consult other analysts from BARC with additional subject matter expertise if necessary.

Travel Expenses

For assignments beyond 25 miles of our US office locations, expenses for travel and overnight accommodation are charged on a T&M basis (automobile 0.725 per mile, airfare premium economy class for travel within 3.5 hours, and standard business class for travel over 3.5 hours, travel by train is first class with reserved seating, local public transport/taxi and ride share if required, standard hotel room). Travel expenses cannot be discounted.

Cooperation

There is compulsory cooperation between BARC and the client company, including the provision of required information and participation in the agreed-upon appointments and work streams. Within the framework of these dates, BARC will contribute best practices, methods, and know-how in consultation with the project team.

BARC does not offer substantiated support if the client cannot provide essential information on requirements and framework conditions. BARC is not responsible if agreed services cannot be used due to deadlines missed by the client. Project costs are determined individually depending on the activity in advance.

Product Terms and Conditions

Events

By accepting our offer, you agree to the terms & conditions for sponsors at BARC events, which can be viewed under the following link. Please note we can only accept a restricted number of exhibitors at our conferences. Sponsorship packages are sold on a first-come, first-served basis (written notice).

Publication rights

The customer is granted usage rights to purchased content, which may be distributed freely in printed or electronic format (e.g., for online lead generation, as a handout at exhibitions and conferences, customer presentations, and partner events).

The customer may also use parts of the material for marketing and PR purposes in its marketing materials. BARC grants the customer the right to use the trade names, trademarks, service marks, logos, and designations associated with the purchased content. BARC must authorize any publication of BARC research content or mention of BARC before publication.

BARC Spotlight, Research Notes and Topical Surveys

Form and content cannot be changed or altered. BARC reserves all rights to the publication of the BARC-provided content. All possible advertising and marketing material must refer explicitly to the publication date and sources and be authorized by BARC before publication. Reproduction of complete figures/charts from BARC research documents is permitted with the purchase of marketing rights.

The customer understands that the BARC-provided content is under the complete discretion of the authors. The customer will receive a draft version of the material for review before final delivery to the customer. In case of disagreements on content or wishes for changes from the customer, we will make our best effort to accommodate any reasonable requests for changes to the paper. Even in case of disagreements on statements or opinions represented in the paper, the customer does not have the right to refuse the paper or refuse to pay the agreed fee.

BARC Vendor Subscription

A BARC Vendor Subscription license allows licensees to access and read BARC research content. Re-publication of BARC research or reference to BARC research in press releases and event notes is not permitted with a BARC Vendor Subscription license. There is no right to sell the results or studies to third parties without the prior permission of BARC GmbH, to disclose them in any other way, or to use them commercially. Specifically, it is prohibited to reproduce BARC research content for these purposes.

BARC LinkedIn Live Session

A BARC analyst will moderate and lead a session (up to 30-minutes) via LinkedIn Live. BARC technical support is available for events hosted by BARC. Vendor receives all leads from the session via LinkedIn which may include personal email addresses from attendees. Sessions may be recorded and/or downloaded for reuse. BARC will promote the LinkedIn Live session.

Flexible Retainer Program

This program allows for the creation of up to six (6) assets, including blog posts or short-form videos, as flex credits. 

• Scheduling and Delivery: Topics and delivery dates will be determined on an as-needed basis. 
• For video content, general lead time guidelines require 4–6 weeks before the delivery date. 
• Program Expiration: All flex credits under this program must be utilized within 365 days of the signed Statement of Work (SOW) date. 

Cancellations

Our offers are binding when accepted within the validity period.

• Speaker cancellation: (by customer) / Cancellation of a BARC speaker is possible without charge up to four weeks before the engagement date. The entire amount becomes due if a speaker is canceled within four weeks of the engagement.
• Topical Surveys, Research Notes, and Creative Content: The order may not be canceled after the start of the project.

Invoice Processing

Invoicing is made with a 14-day payment term.

Events

A pre-payment of $5,000.00 is due after receiving the order for each event unless otherwise defined below. The remaining amount will be charged in the month of the event. Possible extra orders will be invoiced after the event.

• BARC @ Big Data World: The total amount of the event will be invoiced after the order is received.
• Podcasts/Webinars/BARC Retreats: The total amount will be invoiced after receiving the order.
• Events in Switzerland: Will be invoiced in CHF from BARC Switzerland.
• Launch Party: The webinar will be invoiced in the month of the webinar.

BARC Speaker, Advisory, Consulting, and Strategic Support

Will be invoiced 50% after receiving the order. The remaining amount will be charged in the month of completion.

BARC Spotlight, Topical Surveys, Research Notes, Custom Content

For BARC Spotlights, Topical Surveys, Research Notes, and custom content, invoices are billed: 50% when the order is received and 50% in the month of publication.

Software Surveys, BARC Scores

The offered price serves as a binding reservation. The customer may preview results before executing publication rights in accordance with this offer. In case of unexpected/undesired results, the customer may withdraw from the publication rights for the selected product and reallocate the purchase price for alternative BARC products available. Invoicing occurs after reviewing the preview and final order with standard payment terms.

BARC Vendor Subscription, Research Access

Will be invoiced after receiving the order.

BARC Tech Guides

Profiles in our BARC Guides will be invoiced in the month of publication.

BARC Ecosystem Guides/BARC Review

The total amount will be invoiced after receiving the order.