Terms & Conditions
Effective Date: January 2025
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using this website and services provided by Zenolith, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website or services. You must be at least 18 years old to use our services.
2. Service Description
Zenolith provides the following AI services:
- AI for Financial Modelling — Machine learning model development for financial forecasting and assessment
- Conversational Analytics — Natural language processing analysis of customer interactions
- AI Talent Advisory — Organisational AI capability assessment and talent strategy planning
Service availability, features, and pricing are subject to change. We will notify clients of material changes in advance.
3. Engagement Terms
All service engagements are subject to a separate service agreement. These Terms & Conditions form the general framework, but specific terms, pricing, timeline, and deliverables are defined in individual project agreements.
Timeline: Project timelines vary by service. Typical engagements range from 3 weeks (Talent Advisory) to 8 weeks (Financial Modelling). Timeline assumes timely provision of data and client cooperation.
4. Client Responsibilities
As a client, you agree to:
- Provide accurate, complete, and timely data necessary for service delivery
- Ensure you have authority to provide such data and engage our services
- Maintain confidentiality of any proprietary methodologies we discuss
- Designate a single point of contact for the engagement
- Provide feedback and guidance within agreed timeframes
- Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
5. Data and Confidentiality
Your Data: You retain all ownership and rights to data you provide. We use your data solely for delivering agreed services. Data is not shared with third parties without explicit consent, except as required by law.
Data Protection: We implement industry-standard security measures. See our Privacy Policy for detailed data handling information.
Data Retention: Following project completion, we retain your data for up to 3 years for archival and dispute resolution purposes, then securely delete it.
6. Intellectual Property
Our IP: Zenolith retains ownership of methodologies, processes, software, and tools developed independently. You receive a non-exclusive license to use deliverables for your business purposes.
Your IP: You retain all intellectual property rights to your data and any pre-existing materials you provide.
Work Product: Reports, documentation, and analysis delivered as part of the engagement are licensed for your internal use. Reproduction or external distribution requires written permission.
7. Payment and Pricing
Pricing: Pricing is as specified in the service agreement. Prices are in Hong Kong Dollars (HKD).
Payment Terms: 50% deposit upon engagement commencement, 50% balance upon project completion. Invoices are payable within 14 days of issue.
Late Payments: Late payments may incur a 1.5% monthly interest charge. Failure to pay within 60 days may result in suspension of services.
8. Limitations and Disclaimers
No Guarantees: Machine learning models and analytics tools are probabilistic. We do not guarantee specific outcomes or accuracy levels. Results depend on data quality, model assumptions, and external factors beyond our control.
As-Is Delivery: Services and deliverables are provided on an "as-is" basis. We make no warranties beyond what is explicitly stated in the service agreement.
Professional Advice: Our services do not constitute legal, financial, or business advice. Clients should consult appropriate professionals for advice on how to use our insights.
External Factors: We are not responsible for outcomes affected by factors beyond our control, including data quality issues, business changes, or external market conditions.
9. Limitation of Liability
Except for breaches of data protection or gross negligence, our liability for any claim arising from services is limited to the fees paid for the specific service that gave rise to the claim. We are not liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Zenolith from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from your use of our services, violation of these terms, or infringement of third-party rights.
11. Termination
Termination by Client: You may terminate engagement with 14 days written notice. Fees already paid are non-refundable. You remain responsible for any work completed to date.
Termination by Zenolith: We may terminate for material breach, failure to pay, or if the engagement becomes impossible due to circumstances beyond our control.
12. Website Terms
You agree to use our website only for lawful purposes. You must not:
- Attempt to gain unauthorised access to systems or data
- Disrupt normal website operation
- Harvest data or use automated tools without permission
- Post content that is defamatory, illegal, or abusive
- Infringe intellectual property rights
Violation may result in immediate termination of access and legal action.
13. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their content or practices. Your use of third-party sites is governed by their terms and policies.
14. Dispute Resolution
Governing Law: These terms are governed by Hong Kong law.
Informal Resolution: For disputes, we recommend first attempting informal resolution through discussion.
Jurisdiction: Both parties consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of Hong Kong courts for any legal proceedings.
15. General Provisions
Entire Agreement: These terms, together with service agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and Zenolith.
Amendments: We may modify these terms at any time. Continued use of services constitutes acceptance of amended terms.
Severability: If any provision is found invalid, the remaining provisions remain in effect.
Waiver: Failure to enforce any right does not constitute waiver of that right.
16. Contact Information
For questions about these terms:
Email: [email protected]
Address: Unit 912, 9/F, Millennium City 5, 418 Kwun Tong Road, Kwun Tong, Hong Kong
Phone: +852 2947 3618