Define: System Documentation

The meaning of “System Documentation” differs based on where it is used. We list many below, then combine them into one or more market-standard definitions.

  • System Documentation means any user manuals, reports, guidelines and other materials for design and programming specifications or operating and maintenance instructions that are either acquired or developed by [consultant] for [project]. Seen in 32 SEC filings.
  • System Documentation means all the reference materials used in the process of developing and updating [software]. This may include design or development specifications, error reports, and related correspondence. Seen in 18 SEC filings.
  • System Documentation means all user guides, operating manuals, educational materials, product descriptions and specifications, technical manuals, supporting materials, and other information provided by the [vendor] regarding [system], regardless of the format, be it print, electronic, or video. Seen in 8 SEC filings.
  • System Documentation means any user guidance and manuals related to [RMIS]. Seen in 6 SEC filings.
  • System Documentation means any form of resource, other than Source Code, which collectively details the design and particulars of a given software program and provides relevant information to enable a skilled computer programmer to implement enhancements, revisions, or modifications. Seen in 5 SEC filings.

Note: The Genie AI Legal Assistant pulled this data out of the SEC EDGAR Database of 500,000 records from the past 22 years of filings. We regularly update this page as new filings and definitions come in.

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Which definition should you use?

🤔 Our AI Legal Assistant has combined and improved the above descriptions to create market-standard 'Genie definitions' below, with guidance on which documents and which industry to use for each.

Genie Definition 1

System Documentation means detailed reference materials developed or acquired, outlining the design, programming, and operational aspects of a software or system.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • When a company outsources software development to a third-party developer.
  • When a company licenses software from a software provider.
  • When an organization engages an IT services provider for system maintenance or upgrade.
  • When a business consults externally for the design and implementation of a custom software solution.

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System Documentation means detailed reference materials developed or acquired, outlining the design, programming, and operational aspects of a software or system.

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