Data Processing Addendum (DPA)
This Data Processing Addendum (“DPA”) governs the processing of personal data by our organization in connection with software development, IT consulting, cloud infrastructure management, automation services, AI integrations, and related digital services provided to clients and partners.
1. Scope of Processing
We may process personal and operational data solely for the purpose of delivering contracted services, maintaining infrastructure security, improving system performance, and providing technical support.
- Customer account information
- Business operational data
- Support and communication records
- Infrastructure and system logs
- Authorized application data integrations
2. Roles & Responsibilities
The client acts as the Data Controller, while our organization acts as the Data Processor when handling data on behalf of the client.
Each party remains responsible for complying with all applicable data protection laws and regulations, including GDPR where applicable.
3. Security Measures
Appropriate technical and organizational safeguards are implemented to protect data against unauthorized access, accidental loss, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
- Encrypted communication protocols (SSL/TLS)
- Access control and authentication systems
- Infrastructure monitoring and logging
- Routine software and security updates
- Restricted administrative access
- Backup and disaster recovery procedures
4. Subprocessors
Third-party infrastructure providers and software vendors may be utilized strictly for operational service delivery.
- Cloud hosting providers
- Email and communication platforms
- Payment processors
- Analytics and monitoring services
- AI and automation platforms
All subprocessors are selected based on reasonable security, reliability, and compliance standards.
5. International Data Transfers
Data may be processed or transferred internationally where necessary for infrastructure operations or third-party service integrations.
Reasonable safeguards and contractual protections are implemented to ensure appropriate levels of data protection during such transfers.
6. Data Retention
Personal and operational data shall only be retained for the duration necessary to fulfill contractual obligations, legal requirements, security monitoring, and legitimate operational purposes.
7. Incident Response
In the event of a confirmed data security incident affecting client data, reasonable efforts will be made to investigate, mitigate, and notify affected parties within appropriate timeframes.
8. Data Subject Rights
Where applicable under relevant data protection laws, data subjects may request access, correction, deletion, restriction, or portability of their personal data.
9. Compliance
We are committed to maintaining commercially reasonable standards for privacy, confidentiality, operational integrity, and responsible data handling practices.
