Terms & Conditions

Welcome to ValuePath. These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the ValuePath website located at valuepath.site (the "Site") and our strategic consulting services (collectively, the "Services").

Please read these Terms carefully before using our Site or Services. By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use our Site or Services.

1. About ValuePath

ValuePath is a strategic consulting firm registered in the United Kingdom, providing guidance to organizations committed to value-driven long-term paths and sustainable business success.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using our Site and Services, you:

• Confirm that you are at least 18 years of age
• Have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts
• Agree to comply with these Terms and all applicable laws
• Acknowledge that you have read and understood our Privacy Policy

If you are using our Services on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.

3. Use of the Site

3.1 License to Use

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Site for personal or internal business purposes, subject to these Terms.

3.2 Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes. You must not:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe upon intellectual property rights of ValuePath or others
• Transmit malicious code, viruses, or harmful software
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Interfere with the proper functioning of the Site
• Collect user information without consent
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) without permission
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Engage in any fraudulent or deceptive practices

3.3 Account Security

If you create an account or receive login credentials, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information and for all activities that occur under your account.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

4.1 Our Content

All content on the Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, white papers, blog posts, and software, is the property of ValuePath or its licensors and is protected by UK and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

4.2 Trademarks

ValuePath name, logo, and related marks are trademarks of ValuePath. You may not use these trademarks without our prior written permission.

4.3 Limited Use Rights

You may:

• View and download content for personal, non-commercial use
• Download our white papers for internal business purposes
• Share our blog content with appropriate attribution

You may not:

• Modify, reproduce, or create derivative works
• Distribute, sell, or commercially exploit our content
• Remove copyright or proprietary notices
• Use our content in a manner that suggests endorsement

5. Consulting Services

5.1 Service Engagement

Our consulting services are provided subject to separate written agreements ("Engagement Letters") that will specify:

• Scope of services
• Deliverables and timelines
• Fees and payment terms
• Confidentiality obligations
• Specific terms applicable to the engagement

5.2 No Guaranteed Results

Our consulting services involve strategic guidance and advice. We do not guarantee specific business outcomes or results. Success depends on numerous factors including client implementation, market conditions, and circumstances beyond our control.

5.3 Client Responsibilities

Clients engaging our services agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete information
• Grant reasonable access to relevant personnel and data
• Make timely decisions on recommendations
• Pay fees according to agreed terms
• Implement recommendations at their own discretion and risk

6. White Papers and Resources

White papers, guides, and other resources available on our Site are provided for informational purposes only. They:

• Represent general strategic guidance, not specific advice for your situation
• Should not be relied upon as sole basis for business decisions
• May not reflect the most current developments or regulations
• Are protected by intellectual property rights

We recommend consulting with qualified advisors before implementing significant strategic changes based on our resources.

7. User-Generated Content

7.1 Submissions

If you submit content to us (via contact forms, comments, or other means), you grant ValuePath a worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such content for business purposes.

7.2 Representations

By submitting content, you represent that:

• You own or have rights to the content
• The content does not violate any third-party rights
• The content is accurate and not misleading

8. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. These links are provided for convenience only. We:

• Do not endorse or control third-party sites
• Are not responsible for their content or practices
• Encourage you to review their terms and privacy policies

9. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

9.1 No Warranties

THE SITE AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties of accuracy, reliability, or completeness
• Warranties of uninterrupted or error-free operation
• Warranties that defects will be corrected

9.2 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, VALUEPATH SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

• Indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
• Business interruption or loss of goodwill
• Any damages arising from use or inability to use the Site

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIMS RELATED TO THE SITE SHALL NOT EXCEED £100 (ONE HUNDRED POUNDS STERLING).

9.3 Professional Advice Disclaimer

Content on our Site is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. You should not rely solely on Site content for business decisions without consulting qualified advisors familiar with your specific circumstances.

9.4 No Fiduciary Duty

Unless explicitly agreed in a signed Engagement Letter, nothing on this Site creates a fiduciary relationship or duty between ValuePath and Site visitors.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ValuePath, its directors, employees, consultants, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of the Site or Services
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of third parties
• Your negligence or willful misconduct

11. Termination

We reserve the right to:

• Suspend or terminate your access to the Site at any time
• Refuse service to anyone for any reason
• Modify or discontinue the Site without notice

Upon termination, you must cease all use of the Site. Provisions intended to survive termination (including intellectual property rights, disclaimers, and limitations of liability) shall continue in effect.

12. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Site, you consent to our privacy practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

13. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective when posted on the Site with an updated "Last Updated" date. Material changes may be communicated via email or Site notice.

Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. If you do not agree with changes, you must stop using the Site.

14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales. You agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of these courts.

15. Dispute Resolution

15.1 Informal Resolution

Before initiating formal proceedings, parties agree to attempt informal resolution by contacting us at [email protected] with a detailed description of the dispute.

15.2 Mediation

If informal resolution fails, parties agree to attempt mediation before pursuing litigation, using a mutually agreed mediator in London, United Kingdom.

16. 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 provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.

17. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any Engagement Letters, constitute the entire agreement between you and ValuePath regarding the Site and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

18. Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of that provision or our right to enforce it in the future.

19. Assignment

You may not assign or transfer your rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign these Terms without restriction.

20. Force Majeure

ValuePath shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, acts of government, war, terrorism, labor disputes, or technical failures.

21. Contact Information

By using our Site and Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions.