Website Agreement
The Sourcing Professionals Alliance ("SPA," "we," "our," or "us") provides this website (the "Website") as an information, networking, industry collaboration, and professional development platform for sourcing professionals, manufacturers, retailers, buying offices, consultants, service providers, and related stakeholders.
By accessing or using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by this Disclaimer. If you do not agree with these terms, you should discontinue use of the Website immediately.
Changes to these terms. SPA reserves the right to modify, update, or revise these terms at any time without prior notice. Continued use of the Website following any changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.
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Intellectual Property Rights
All content available on this Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, videos, reports, research materials, databases, publications, training content, event materials, software, and website design elements, is owned by or licensed to SPA and is protected under applicable intellectual property laws.
Users May
- Access and view Website content for personal and professional reference.
- Download publicly available materials where expressly permitted.
Users May Not
- Reproduce, distribute, modify, publish, sell, license, or commercially exploit any Website content without prior written permission from SPA.
- Remove copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices from downloaded materials.
- Use SPA branding, logos, badges, certifications, awards, or membership credentials without authorization.
Any unauthorized use may result in legal action.
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User Submissions and Contributions
Any information, comments, testimonials, articles, case studies, photographs, videos, event submissions, award entries, supplier profiles, membership applications, or other materials submitted to SPA may be used by SPA for promotional, educational, marketing, research, industry development, and operational purposes unless otherwise agreed in writing.
By submitting content, you confirm that:
- You own or have the necessary rights to the submitted material.
- The content does not infringe upon any third-party rights.
- The information provided is accurate to the best of your knowledge.
SPA reserves the right to review, edit, reject, or remove any submitted content at its sole discretion.
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Industry Information Disclaimer
The Website may contain articles, reports, insights, opinions, market information, supplier information, industry statistics, educational materials, and professional recommendations.
Such information is provided for general informational purposes only and should not be considered:
Legal advice
Financial advice
Tax advice
Investment advice
Procurement guarantees
Supplier performance guarantees
Business risk assessments
Users are encouraged to conduct their own due diligence and seek independent professional advice before making business, financial, sourcing, procurement, manufacturing, or investment decisions.
SPA does not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or suitability of any information published on the Website.
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Supplier, Manufacturer and Service Provider Listings
SPA may feature manufacturers, suppliers, sourcing agencies, consultants, logistics providers, certification bodies, technology providers, and other industry participants.
Inclusion on the Website does not constitute:
Endorsement
Recommendation
Certification of capability
Verification of financial stability
Verification of legal compliance
Guarantee of product quality
Guarantee of ethical practices
Guarantee of delivery performance
Users remain solely responsible for conducting their own commercial, technical, legal, financial, social compliance, and quality due diligence before engaging with any organization.
SPA shall not be responsible for disputes arising between parties connected through the Website or SPA activities.
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Membership, Awards, Certifications and Recognition Programs
SPA may administer membership programs, awards, industry recognitions, certifications, events, and professional development initiatives.
Participation in any SPA program does not guarantee:
Business opportunities
Sales growth
Buyer introductions
Commercial contracts
Investment opportunities
Market access
Regulatory approvals
Awards, recognitions, certifications, and badges represent assessments based on criteria applicable at the time of evaluation and should not be interpreted as ongoing endorsements or guarantees of future performance.
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Third-Party Websites and External Links
The Website may contain links to third-party websites, resources, products, or services. Such links are provided solely for convenience. SPA does not control, monitor, endorse, or assume responsibility for:
- Third-party content
- Products or services
- Privacy practices
- Security standards
- Accuracy of information
Users access third-party websites entirely at their own risk.
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Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, SPA, its officers, governing body members, employees, volunteers, advisors, partners, affiliates, sponsors, and representatives shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising from:
Use of the Website
Inability to access the Website
Reliance on Website content
Business decisions made based on Website information
Supplier or buyer introductions
Membership participation
Event participation
Awards or recognition programs
Loss of business, revenue, profits, goodwill, data, or opportunities
All Website content and services are provided on an "as-is" and "as-available" basis without warranties of any kind.
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User Responsibility
Users agree to use the Website responsibly and lawfully. Users shall not:
- Upload false, misleading, defamatory, or unlawful content.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to Website systems.
- Disrupt Website operations.
- Misrepresent affiliation with SPA.
- Use SPA materials or branding without authorization.
SPA reserves the right to restrict or terminate access for any violation of these terms.
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Indemnification
Users agree to indemnify and hold harmless SPA, its governing body members, officers, employees, representatives, partners, affiliates, and service providers from any claims, liabilities, losses, damages, costs, or expenses arising from:
- Violation of these Terms.
- Misuse of the Website.
- Infringement of third-party rights.
- Information submitted by the user.
- Business transactions conducted through SPA connections or referrals.
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Governing Law
This Disclaimer shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India.
Any disputes arising from the use of this Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in India.
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Contact Information
For questions regarding this Disclaimer, please contact: