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This Word document is a template containing two items � the Consultant Agreement detailing the scope and duration of the consulting project, and the Consultant�s Proprietary Information Agreement. |
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Background |
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Developing an independent contractor agreement is critical prior to employing external contractors or consultants for short-term or one-time projects, projects where you do not have in-house expertise, a ramp up in production, or a periodic hiring ramp. Assignments need to be of a finite duration with definite beginning and ending dates. |
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Benefits |
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Using this tool, you will increase productivity and minimize long-term fixed costs by employing external consultants or contractors for activities requiring expertise not resident within the workforce or for short-term finite projects. Additionally, you will protect the company's proprietary information and products by having the consultant agree to the terms set forth in the Proprietary Agreement. |
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Time ROI |
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It takes on average 15 hours to develop a Consultant Agreement. By using MyWorkTools.com, you will save a minimum of 14 hours development time and will have a consistent process to address requests for Independent Contractors or Consultants. |