====== CONSULTING PARTNER AGREEMENT ====== **Template Version:** 1.0 | **Last Updated:** August 2026 ===== 1. PARTNER DETAILS ===== | **Partner Name** | [INSERT] | | **Company Registration** | [INSERT] | | **Primary Services** | [GRC / ISO 27001 / NIS2 / GDPR / CRA / Other] | | **Principal Contact** | [INSERT] | | **Email** | [INSERT] | | **Certification Status** | [Certified / In Training / Pending] | | **Agreement Start Date** | [INSERT] | | **Agreement End Date** | [INSERT: Typically 12 months] | ===== 2. PROGRAM OVERVIEW ===== **Program Type:** Consulting Partner **Program Code:** CONS Unicis Tech OÜ ("Unicis") engages [Partner Name] ("Partner") as a Consulting Partner under the Unicis Partner Programme. As a Consulting Partner, you deliver GRC, ISO 27001, NIS2, GDPR, CRA and other implementation projects on top of the Unicis platform, with certified expertise and support from Unicis. ===== 3. CERTIFICATION PROGRAM ===== ==== 3.1 Unicis Partner Certification ==== **Mandatory for all Consulting Partners** Certification includes: * 2-hour online training (modules: Platform overview, Frameworks, Partner sales process) * Hands-on lab environment access * Knowledge assessment (pass/fail) * Digital badge upon completion **Renewal:** Annually (1 hour refresher + assessment) ==== 3.2 Certified Partner Benefits ==== Certified partners receive: * **Certified Partner Badge** (use in marketing, LinkedIn, proposals) * Listing in **Unicis Partner Directory** (with verified credentials) * Logo & badge for website * "Recommended Implementation Partner" designation * Priority access to Unicis resources ==== 3.3 Specializations ==== Upon certification, Partner may specialize in: * ☐ ISO/IEC 27001 implementation * ☐ EU NIS2 compliance * ☐ GDPR compliance * ☐ CRA (Cyber Resilience Act) * ☐ SOC 2 / NIST CSF * ☐ Awareness training & culture * ☐ Risk management * ☐ Vendor assessments ===== 4. SERVICE DELIVERY MODEL ===== ==== 4.1 Engagement Types ==== Consulting Partners may engage customers in: * **Full implementation** (start → completion) * **Gap assessment** (where-are-we analysis) * **Framework configuration** (setup + training) * **Ongoing advisory** (retainer model) * **Training delivery** (certifications, workshops) * **Compliance readiness audits** ==== 4.2 Unicis Platform Usage ==== During engagements: * Partner sets up customer Unicis workspace * Partner configures frameworks (ISO 27001, NIS2, etc.) * Partner trains customer team on platform * Customer manages platform ongoing * Partner bills customer for services (independent commercial relationship) ==== 4.3 Pricing & Deal Protection ==== **Partner sets own service rates.** Examples: * Hourly rate: €100-300/hour (typical) * Fixed-fee engagement: €5,000-50,000+ (depends on scope) * Retainer: €500-5,000/month **Deal Registration:** Partner notifies Unicis of significant opportunities (€10k+) to avoid conflicts. ===== 5. TRAINING & CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS ===== ==== 5.1 Unicis Training Academy ==== Partners have access to: * Recorded training modules (ISO 27001, NIS2, GDPR, frameworks) * Live monthly Q&A sessions * Certification exam (proctored) * Updates on new features, frameworks, best practices **Access:** Included with Consulting Partner status ==== 5.2 Customer Training ==== Partners may deliver: * **Unicis Platform Training** (1-2 day workshop) * **Framework-specific training** (ISO 27001, NIS2, etc.) * **Compliance awareness training** (via Unicis IAP) * **Cybersecurity controls training** Partner billing is independent; Unicis provides materials. ==== 5.3 Trainer Certification ==== *(Optional)* Partners wishing to become **Unicis Certified Trainers** must: * Complete Unicis Train-the-Trainer program * Deliver at least 2 pilot training sessions * Pass trainer certification exam * Agree to maintain quality standards Benefits: * "Certified Trainer" badge * Listing in Unicis Trainer directory * Access to latest training materials * Annual renewal (no exam required) ===== 6. PARTNER DIRECTORY LISTING ===== ==== 6.1 Public Listing ==== Certified Consulting Partners are listed with: * **Company name, logo, website** * **Location(s) & service regions** * **Specializations** (ISO 27001, NIS2, etc.) * **Contact information** * **Customer testimonials** (optional) **Listing URL:** unicis.tech/partners/[partner-slug] ==== 6.2 Lead Referrals ==== Unicis may refer inbound leads to Partners: * Unicis receives > quota customer leads * "I need implementation help" inbound requests * Geographic/vertical alignment **No exclusivity.** Lead referral is best-effort, not guaranteed volume. ===== 7. PARTNER RESPONSIBILITIES ===== * Complete Unicis Partner Certification (initial + annual renewal) * Maintain professional standards in customer engagements * Deliver quality implementation & training services * Represent Unicis professionally & accurately * Respond to customer inquiries within 24-48 hours * Report implementation status monthly to Unicis (if deal registered) * Notify Unicis of customer adoption/expansion * Comply with GDPR, data protection, and security standards * Not resell Unicis licenses (refer to Reseller program instead) * Not publicly disclose customer names without permission ===== 8. UNICIS RESPONSIBILITIES ===== * Provide Unicis Partner Certification program (free) * Maintain stable, documented Unicis platform * Provide implementation support (escalations) * List Partner in public directory * Refer qualified leads to Partner * Assign dedicated partner manager * Provide co-marketing support (blog, webinar, case study) * Maintain professional relationship with Partner * Offer annual partner summit & networking ===== 9. IMPLEMENTATION SUPPORT ===== ==== 9.1 Technical Support ==== For Partner customers: * **First-line support:** From Consulting Partner * **Tier-2 escalation:** Unicis technical support * **Response time:** 24 business hours for non-critical issues * **Response time:** 4 hours for critical/production issues ==== 9.2 Knowledge Base ==== Partner has access to: * Unicis platform documentation * Framework implementation guides * Best practices & case studies * Troubleshooting guides * Feature roadmap (non-public) ==== 9.3 Partner Manager ==== Each Consulting Partner assigned: * **Named Partner Manager** (primary contact) * **Joint quarterly reviews** (pipeline, pipeline forecasting) * **Monthly office hours** (technical Q&A) * **Annual partner planning** (growth strategy) ===== 10. CO-SELLING & GO-TO-MARKET ===== ==== 10.1 Co-Marketing ==== Unicis supports Partners through: * Blog post: "Case Study: [Partner] + Unicis" * Social media promotion (LinkedIn, Twitter) * Webinar: Live implementation demo * Co-branded one-pager or datasheet * Trade show presence (joint booth, lead sharing) ==== 10.2 Joint Sales ==== For significant opportunities: * Partner + Unicis team joint discovery call * Unicis CEO/team available for customer calls * Joint proposal (platform + services) * Unicis handles any questions on platform ==== 10.3 Unicis Customer Base ==== * Partners may propose additional services to existing Unicis customers * No exclusivity; Unicis may refer other Partners too * Recommend checking with Unicis before large outbound pushes ===== 11. COMPLIANCE & DATA PROTECTION ===== Partner agrees to: * Comply with GDPR, CCPA, and data protection laws * Execute Unicis Data Processing Agreement (DPA) * Maintain customer data confidentiality * Implement appropriate security measures * Not access customer data unnecessarily * Delete customer data per contractual terms * Report security incidents within 24 hours * Maintain SOC 2 Type II or ISO 27001 certification (recommended) ===== 12. PAYMENT & INVOICING ===== **Revenue Model:** Direct customer engagement * Unicis does NOT pay Partner for implementation services * Partner bills customer directly (or via own invoicing) * Unicis receives payment for Unicis platform subscription * Partner receives payment for Partner's consulting services **Example Deal Flow:** 1. Partner discovers customer need for compliance 2. Partner proposes combined solution: Unicis platform + Partner implementation 3. Partner invoices customer for: "Consulting & Implementation: €20,000" 4. Customer separately buys Unicis license: €5,000/year 5. All payments independent ===== 13. TERMINATION ===== ==== 13.1 Termination Rights ==== Either party may terminate with 60 days written notice. ==== 13.2 Post-Termination ==== * Certified badge access revoked immediately * Directory listing removed within 30 days * Partner may continue serving existing customers * Customer data archived for 90 days post-termination * All confidential materials returned to Unicis ===== 14. FINANCIAL TERMS ===== | **Certification Cost** | Free | | **Annual Renewal Cost** | Free | | **Training Access** | Included | | **Directory Listing** | Free | | **Partner Manager** | Included | | **Co-Marketing** | Best-effort (included) | ===== 15. SIGNATURE & ACCEPTANCE ===== | **Partner Name** | _________________________ | | **Authorized Signatory** | _________________________ | | **Title** | _________________________ | | **Date** | _________________________ | | **Unicis Representative** | _________________________ | | **Date** | _________________________ | ===== 16. NOTES & SPECIAL TERMS ===== [INSERT ANY CUSTOM TERMS, SPECIALIZATIONS, SERVICE COMMITMENTS, TERRITORY RESTRICTIONS, OR SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTS] --- **Certification Status Tracker:** * Initial certification: [ ] Scheduled / [ ] Passed * Certification date: ______________ * Annual renewal due: ______________ * Specializations: [ISO 27001 / NIS2 / GDPR / Other] ---- **Document Status:** Draft | **Last Reviewed:** [DATE]