Terms & Conditions

Agreement Overview

Welcome to Confluenens. These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website and engagement with our business consulting services. By accessing our website or using our services, you agree to be bound by these terms.

Please read these terms carefully before using our services. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our website or engage our services.

1. Definitions

In these Terms and Conditions, the following definitions apply:

• "Company," "we," "us," or "our" refers to Confluenens, a business consulting firm registered in Hong Kong.
• "Client," "you," or "your" refers to the individual or organization accessing our website or engaging our services.
• "Services" refers to the business consulting services we provide, including merger integration advisory, cost structure analysis, and vendor management consultation.
• "Website" refers to our online platform accessible at confluenens.pro.
• "Agreement" refers to these Terms and Conditions along with any specific service agreements executed between us.

2. Services Description

Confluenens provides professional business consulting services to organizations operating in Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region. Our core service offerings include:

• Merger Integration Advisory: Supporting organizations through post-acquisition integration processes
• Cost Structure Analysis: Reviewing and optimizing operational cost frameworks
• Vendor Management Consultation: Improving supplier relationships and procurement processes

Specific deliverables, timelines, and fees for any engagement will be outlined in a separate service agreement or statement of work provided before the commencement of services.

3. Service Engagement

3.1 Initial Consultation

We typically begin each potential engagement with an initial consultation to understand your organization's needs and determine whether our services are a suitable fit. This consultation may be provided at no charge or at a reduced fee at our discretion.

3.2 Service Agreements

Following the initial consultation, if both parties wish to proceed, we will provide a detailed proposal or statement of work outlining the scope, deliverables, timeline, and fees for the engagement. Services will commence only upon mutual agreement and acceptance of the proposal terms.

3.3 Client Cooperation

The effectiveness of our consulting services depends on your cooperation in providing timely access to relevant information, personnel, and resources. Delays caused by the unavailability of required materials or personnel may affect project timelines and deliverables.

4. Payment Terms

4.1 Fees

Service fees are quoted in Hong Kong Dollars (HKD) unless otherwise specified. The fees for specific engagements will be detailed in the applicable service agreement or statement of work.

4.2 Payment Schedule

Payment terms will be specified in each service agreement. Standard terms typically require an initial deposit before work commences, with remaining payments due upon completion of defined milestones or at regular intervals as agreed.

4.3 Late Payment

Invoices are payable within 30 days of issue unless otherwise specified. We reserve the right to charge interest on overdue amounts at a rate of 1.5% per month or the maximum rate permitted by law, whichever is lower.

4.4 Expenses

Reasonable out-of-pocket expenses incurred in connection with the provision of services (such as travel, accommodation, and materials) may be charged to the client in addition to professional fees, subject to prior agreement.

5. Intellectual Property

5.1 Our Intellectual Property

All methodologies, frameworks, tools, templates, and materials developed by Confluenens prior to or independent of any client engagement remain our exclusive property. Clients receive a non-exclusive license to use such materials solely in connection with the specific engagement for which they were provided.

5.2 Engagement Deliverables

Unless otherwise specified in the applicable service agreement, upon full payment of all fees, clients will own the specific deliverables created for their engagement. However, we retain the right to use general knowledge, skills, and experience acquired during the engagement, as well as any methodologies or frameworks used.

5.3 Website Content

All content on our website, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of Confluenens and is protected by applicable intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or use our website content without our prior written consent.

6. Confidentiality

Both parties agree to maintain the confidentiality of any proprietary or confidential information disclosed during the course of an engagement. This obligation shall continue for a period of three years following the completion or termination of services.

Confidential information does not include information that is: (a) publicly available through no fault of the receiving party; (b) rightfully received from a third party without restriction; (c) independently developed without use of confidential information; or (d) required to be disclosed by law or court order.

We may seek your permission to identify you as a client for marketing purposes. Such identification will be limited to your organization's name and a general description of the services provided, without disclosing any confidential information.

7. Limitation of Liability

7.1 Service Limitations

Our consulting services involve providing professional advice and recommendations based on our analysis and expertise. The ultimate decisions regarding the implementation of any recommendations rest with the client. We do not warrant or represent that following our recommendations will produce specific results.

7.2 Liability Cap

To the maximum extent permitted by Hong Kong law, our total liability for any claims arising from or related to our services shall not exceed the fees paid by the client for the specific engagement giving rise to the claim.

7.3 Exclusions

We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, business interruption, or loss of data, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

8. Termination

8.1 Termination by Either Party

Either party may terminate an engagement by providing written notice as specified in the applicable service agreement. Unless otherwise agreed, a minimum of 30 days' notice is required.

8.2 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, the client shall pay for all services rendered and expenses incurred up to the effective date of termination. We will deliver all completed work product and return any client materials in our possession.

8.3 Survival

The provisions relating to intellectual property, confidentiality, limitation of liability, and governing law shall survive termination of these terms or any service agreement.

9. Website Use

9.1 Acceptable Use

You agree to use our website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these terms. You shall not use our website in any way that could damage, disable, or impair the website or interfere with any other party's use of the website.

9.2 Information Accuracy

While we endeavour to keep the information on our website accurate and current, we make no warranties about the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of this information. Any reliance on website content is at your own risk.

9.3 Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or practices of any linked third-party sites and encourage you to review their terms and privacy policies.

10. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

10.1 Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.

10.2 Dispute Resolution

In the event of any dispute arising from or relating to these terms or our services, both parties agree to first attempt to resolve the matter through good faith negotiations. If the dispute cannot be resolved within 30 days, either party may submit the matter to mediation before pursuing other legal remedies.

10.3 Jurisdiction

Both parties submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Hong Kong for any legal proceedings arising from or related to these terms or our services.

11. General Provisions

11.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms and Conditions, together with any applicable service agreements, constitute the entire agreement between the parties concerning the subject matter herein and supersede all prior discussions and agreements.

11.2 Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

11.3 Waiver

No waiver of any term or condition shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term, and our failure to assert any right under these terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right.

11.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer any rights or obligations under these terms without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.

12. Amendments

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to our website with an updated effective date. Your continued use of our website or services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.