Software Application Development Agreement Template for New Zealand

1. Source Code Escrow: Terms for source code escrow arrangements, used when client requires security of access to source code

2. Data Protection: Specific provisions for handling personal data, required when software processes personal information

3. Change Control: Procedures for managing changes to requirements or scope, recommended for complex projects

4. Service Levels: Performance standards and metrics, important for business-critical applications

5. Security Requirements: Specific security standards and compliance requirements, necessary for sensitive applications

6. Third-Party Components: Management of third-party software and licenses, needed when using external libraries or tools

7. Maintenance and Support: Post-development support terms, optional if maintenance is covered in a separate agreement

8. Training: Terms for user training and knowledge transfer, important for complex software systems

9. Disaster Recovery: Disaster recovery and business continuity provisions, crucial for critical business applications

1. Software Requirements Specification: Detailed functional and technical requirements for the software

2. Project Plan: Detailed timeline, milestones, and delivery schedule

3. Acceptance Test Criteria: Specific criteria and procedures for acceptance testing

4. Service Level Agreement: Detailed performance metrics and service levels

5. Fee Schedule: Detailed breakdown of fees, payment milestones, and rate cards

6. Technical Architecture: Overview of system architecture, technologies, and technical specifications

7. Security Requirements: Detailed security standards and compliance requirements

8. Personnel: Key personnel and roles from both parties

9. Change Request Template: Standard format for requesting and documenting changes