Confidentiality Agreement For Vendors Template for New Zealand

1. Intellectual Property Rights: Additional provisions specifically protecting IP rights when the confidential information includes intellectual property

2. Data Protection Compliance: Specific obligations regarding compliance with privacy laws when personal information is involved

3. Non-Competition: Restrictions on competitive activities, used when there's a risk of the vendor becoming a competitor

4. Non-Solicitation: Prevents the vendor from soliciting employees or customers, used in high-risk vendor relationships

5. Audit Rights: Rights to audit the vendor's compliance with confidentiality obligations, useful for high-risk or regulated industries

6. Insurance Requirements: Specific insurance requirements for the vendor, relevant for high-value confidential information

7. Subcontractor Obligations: Additional provisions when the vendor may need to involve subcontractors

8. Force Majeure: Provisions for unforeseen circumstances, particularly relevant for long-term vendor relationships

1. Schedule 1: Specified Confidential Information: Detailed list or categories of confidential information covered by the agreement

2. Schedule 2: Authorized Representatives: List of authorized representatives from both parties who may access or handle confidential information

3. Schedule 3: Security Requirements: Specific technical and organizational security measures required for protecting confidential information

4. Schedule 4: Approved Subcontractors: If applicable, list of pre-approved subcontractors who may access confidential information

5. Appendix A: Data Handling Procedures: Detailed procedures for handling, storing, and transmitting confidential information

6. Appendix B: Incident Response Plan: Procedures to follow in case of actual or suspected breach of confidentiality