Common use of Consulting and Training Services Clause in Contracts

Consulting and Training Services. Forte will provide on-site consulting services ordered by VAR at Forte's then-standard consulting rates under the terms and conditions of this Agreement and any relevant work order; provided, however, that Forte will consider offering Chordiant a discount on consulting orders of $100,000 or more (such consulting services to be used within six months of purchase). Scheduled service dates will be agreed upon mutually, subject to availability of Forte personnel. Forte's daily consulting rate is based on an eight-hour workday. VAR shall reimburse Forte for actual, reasonable travel and out-of-pocket expenses incurred in performing such services. VAR may also order training from Forte (scheduled classes at Forte's facilities or on-site) at Forte's then-standard rates under this Agreement. All consulting and training services must be utilized by VAR within six (6) months following the date ordered by VAR. Unless otherwise agreed by the parties in writing, Forte consulting services will be limited to transferring knowledge to and mentoring VAR's staff on "best practices" concerning the Products, and reviewing and providing input on VAR's design and implementation of applications developed and deployed using the Products. Development and deployment of applications will remain at all times under VAR's control and direction. Ultimate responsibility for development and deployment of such applications is with VAR, and Forte will not be liable to VAR or any third party for any delay in completion or non-completion of any application.