Document background
The Master Service Agreement Contract serves as the primary contractual framework for establishing long-term service relationships between providers and clients under Swiss law. This document is particularly useful when parties anticipate multiple service engagements over time, as it eliminates the need to negotiate standard terms repeatedly. The agreement incorporates key provisions required under Swiss federal law, particularly the Code of Obligations, while addressing modern business needs such as data protection, intellectual property rights, and service level commitments. It provides flexibility through the use of schedules and statements of work that can be added or modified without changing the master agreement itself. Typically used in complex business relationships or when services may evolve over time, this MSA structure is common in Switzerland's sophisticated business environment, particularly in sectors requiring ongoing service provision or multiple project engagements.
