Terms and Conditions

Last updated: December 20, 2025

Please read these terms and conditions carefully before using Our Service.

Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation

The words of which the initial letter is capitalized have meanings defined under the following conditions. The following definitions shall have the same meaning regardless of whether they appear in singular or in plural.

Definitions

For the purposes of these Terms and Conditions:

  • Company (referred to as either “the Company”, “We”, “Us” or “Our” in this Agreement) refers to MS Tech Alpine, a consulting service operated by Jesse Edwards, located in Denver, Colorado.

  • Service refers to consulting services including architecture reviews, security assessments, observability setup, and related technical consulting provided through this Website and direct engagement.

  • Website refers to MS Tech Alpine, accessible from mstechalpine.com

  • Client or You means the individual or company engaging the Company for consulting services.

  • Engagement means a specific consulting project or service agreement between You and the Company.

Acknowledgment

These are the Terms and Conditions governing the use of this Service and any consulting engagement between You and the Company. By engaging our services or using the Website, You agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

If You disagree with any part of these Terms and Conditions, You may not engage our services.

Consulting Services

Service Offerings

The Company provides technical consulting services including but not limited to:

  • Architecture & Security Reviews ($1,000 flat fee)
  • Observability Setup ($1,000 setup + $150-300/mo retainer)
  • Security Hardening ($500-$2,000 based on scope)

Engagement Terms

  • Services are performed on a project basis or retainer as specified in the service description
  • Payment is due upon invoice unless otherwise agreed
  • Deliverables and timelines are specified per engagement
  • All work is performed remotely unless otherwise agreed

Professional Standards

The Company will perform services in a professional and workmanlike manner consistent with industry standards. However, consulting recommendations are advisory in nature and implementation decisions remain the Client’s responsibility.

Payment Terms

  • Initial setup fees are due before work begins
  • Retainer services are billed monthly in advance
  • Invoices are due within 15 days of receipt
  • Late payments may result in service suspension
  • No refunds on completed work

Intellectual Property

Client Ownership

All deliverables created specifically for Client (architecture diagrams, security assessments, custom configurations) become Client property upon full payment.

Company Retention

The Company retains the right to:

  • Use anonymized case studies for marketing purposes
  • Reference engagement scope (not confidential details) in portfolio
  • Reuse general frameworks and methodologies across clients

Confidentiality

The Company agrees to maintain confidentiality of Client systems, data, and business information. Client agrees to provide necessary access and information for services to be performed effectively.

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE COMPANY’S LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIM RELATED TO SERVICES SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT PAID BY CLIENT IN THE PRECEDING 12 MONTHS.

THE COMPANY IS NOT LIABLE FOR:

  • Losses resulting from Client’s implementation decisions
  • Consequences of security vulnerabilities not identified during limited-scope assessments
  • Third-party service failures or breaches
  • Business interruption or consequential damages

”AS IS” Service Disclaimer

CONSULTING SERVICES ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY. While the Company strives for accuracy and completeness, security and architecture recommendations are based on information available at time of engagement and cannot guarantee future security or performance outcomes.

Termination

Either party may terminate an ongoing retainer with 30 days notice. Project-based engagements may be terminated for cause with written notice. Client remains responsible for payment for work completed prior to termination.

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Colorado, United States, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

Disputes Resolution

Any disputes shall first be attempted to be resolved informally. If informal resolution fails, disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in Denver, Colorado.

Changes to These Terms

The Company reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated via email to active Clients. Continued engagement after changes constitutes acceptance of modified Terms.

Contact Us

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