Terms & conditions.

Last updated: March 2026

 

1. Scope of Services

Vrijlandt Advisory provides independent strategic and commercial advisory services. All assignments are performed personally by Jan Marck Vrijlandt, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

 

Services are advisory in nature.

Responsibility for implementation and business decisions remains with the client.

 

2. Engagement

Each assignment is confirmed in writing via proposal, email confirmation, or formal agreement.

 

This confirmation outlines:

  • Scope of work

  • Objectives

  • Timeline

  • Fees and conditions

 

3. Fees and Expenses

Unless otherwise agreed, services are billed on a daily fee basis.

 

Invoices are issued:

  • Monthly, or

  • Upon completion of agreed milestones

 

Out-of-pocket expenses (such as travel, accommodation, and agreed project-related costs) are charged at cost.

 

4. Payment Terms

Invoices are payable within 14 days of the invoice date, unless otherwise agreed.

In case of late payment:

  • Statutory interest may apply in accordance with Swiss law

  • Vrijlandt Advisory reserves the right to suspend services until payment is received

 

5. Independence

Vrijlandt Advisory acts as an independent advisor.

No commissions, brokerage fees, or third-party compensation are accepted in relation to client engagements unless:

  • Explicitly disclosed, and

  • Approved in writing by the client

 

6. Confidentiality

All client information is treated as strictly confidential.

Information is:

  • Used solely for the purpose of the engagement

  • Not disclosed to third parties without consent

 

This obligation continues after termination of the engagement.

 

7. Data Protection & Privacy

Vrijlandt Advisory processes personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws and its Privacy Policy.

 

Personal data is:

  • Collected only where necessary

  • Used solely for communication and service delivery

  • Never sold or used for unrelated commercial purposes

 

For more information, please refer to the Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy on the website.

 

8. Intellectual Property

All materials developed during the engagement (including analyses, presentations, and working documents) remain the intellectual property of Vrijlandt Advisory until full payment has been received.

Upon full payment, the client is granted a:

  • Non-exclusive, non-transferable right
    to use the deliverables for internal business purposes.

 

9. Limitation of Liability

Vrijlandt Advisory provides advice based on:

  • Experience

  • Professional judgement

  • Information provided by the client

 

No guarantee is given regarding commercial outcomes or business results.

 

To the extent permitted by law:

  • Liability is limited to the total fees paid for the specific assignment

  • This limitation does not apply in cases of gross negligence or wilful misconduct

 

10. Client Responsibilities

The client agrees to:

  • Provide timely access to relevant information

  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of provided data

  • Make appropriate personnel available where required

 

Vrijlandt Advisory is entitled to rely on the information provided.

 

11. Termination

Either party may terminate an engagement with written notice.

In such case:

  • Fees remain payable for all services performed up to termination

  • Including committed time and incurred expenses

 

12. Force Majeure

Neither party shall be liable for delay or failure to perform due to circumstances beyond reasonable control.

 

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

All engagements are governed exclusively by Swiss law.

Place of jurisdiction:
Canton Zug, Switzerland, unless otherwise required by mandatory law.

 

14. Acceptance

Commencement of services or written confirmation of an assignment constitutes acceptance of these Terms & Conditions.

 

Vrijlandt Advisory

Oberägeri, Switzerland
www.vrijlandtadvisory.com