Terms of Service

Last updated: 25/2/25

Overview

This website is operated by MOAT Business Consultants, which includes two distinct legal entities: MOAT Digital Life Science, registered in the Republic of Ireland, and MOAT Ltd, registered in the United Kingdom (Northern Ireland). Throughout the site, the terms “we”, “us” and “our” refer to MOAT Business Consultants, MOAT Digital Life Science, and MOAT Ltd collectively. MOAT Business Consultants provides consultancy services across various sectors, offering professional advice, strategic planning, and digital transformation solutions.

By accessing our site and/or engaging with our consultancy services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”), including any additional terms and policies referenced herein or available via hyperlink. These Terms apply to all users of the site, including but not limited to browsers, vendors, customers, and business partners.

Please read these Terms carefully before accessing or using our website and services. If you do not agree with all the terms and conditions of this agreement, you must not access the website or engage with our services.

We reserve the right to update, modify, or replace any part of these Terms by posting updates on our website. Your continued use of the website or our services following any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.

1. Consultancy Services Terms

• • We provide consultancy services to businesses across various industries. Engagements with our consultants are subject to formal agreements detailing the scope of work, fees, and timelines.
  • Our consultancy services are advisory in nature, and while we strive for the highest professional standards, we do not guarantee specific business outcomes.
  • The client remains responsible for the implementation of any recommendations or strategies provided by us.
  • Any additional services outside of the agreed scope will require a separate agreement.
  • We engage Associates who work on our behalf to deliver consultancy services. Any work performed by Associates is subject to the same terms and conditions as engagements directly handled by us.

2. General Conditions

• • We reserve the right to refuse service to any client at any time if we believe that engagement is not in alignment with our professional standards.
  • Consultancy advice provided is based on the information available at the time and should not be solely relied upon for legal, financial, or regulatory decisions.
  • We do not provide legal or financial advice unless explicitly stated in a separate contractual agreement.

3. Confidentiality and Data Protection

• • We take confidentiality seriously and agree to maintain strict confidentiality regarding all client-related information.
  • Any data shared with us is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.
  • Clients agree to handle any materials or documentation received from us with the same level of confidentiality.

4. Fees, Payments, and Cancellations

• • Consultancy fees are agreed upon before service commencement and are outlined in formal engagement agreements.
  • Payments must be made as per the agreed terms. Late payments may result in the suspension of ongoing consultancy services.
  • Clients may cancel consultancy engagements as per the agreed cancellation terms. Fees may still be applicable for work completed before cancellation.

5. Liability Limitation

• • We provide consultancy services based on expertise and industry standards but are not responsible for any loss or damage resulting from the implementation of our advice.
  • Our liability, in any case, shall be limited to the total amount paid for our consultancy services.
  • We are not liable for the actions of Associates working on our behalf, though we take reasonable steps to ensure they adhere to our professional standards.

6. Intellectual Property

• • Any materials, reports, or recommendations provided during consultancy engagements remain our intellectual property unless otherwise agreed in writing.
  • Clients may use provided materials solely for their internal business purposes and may not distribute, resell, or replicate them without prior consent.

7. Governing Law

• • These Terms shall be governed by the laws of Ireland for MOAT Digital Life Science and the laws of the United Kingdom (Northern Ireland) for MOAT Ltd.
  • Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in their respective jurisdictions.

8. Contact Information

For any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

MOAT Business Consultants: info@moat.ie

Effective Date: 25/2/25