1. Parties: Identification of the parties entering into the agreement, including full legal names, registration numbers, and registered addresses
2. Background: Context of the agreement, including the client's business needs and developer's expertise
3. Definitions: Detailed definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement
4. Scope of Services: Detailed description of the software development services to be provided
5. Project Management: Framework for managing the development process, including methodology, reporting, and governance
6. Change Management: Procedures for requesting, evaluating, and implementing changes to the scope or specifications
7. Acceptance Testing: Procedures and criteria for testing and accepting deliverables
8. Intellectual Property Rights: Ownership and licensing of pre-existing and newly developed intellectual property
9. Confidentiality: Protection of confidential information and trade secrets
10. Data Protection: Compliance with data protection laws and data handling requirements
11. Warranties and Representations: Warranties regarding service quality, compliance with laws, and intellectual property rights
12. Fees and Payment: Payment terms, fee structure, and invoicing procedures
13. Term and Termination: Duration of the agreement and circumstances for termination
14. Liability and Indemnification: Allocation of risks and responsibilities between parties
15. Force Majeure: Provisions for handling events beyond reasonable control
16. General Provisions: Standard legal provisions including governing law, notices, and assignment
