"The Let's See What Happens Edition"
"Instead of hiring another person, let's mint one."
Client is interested in exploring what modern AI agents can actually do inside a real business. No demos, no chatbots. A working digital operator configured for their specific workflows.
This agreement governs a short pilot engagement to design, deploy, and iterate on a custom AI agent tailored to Client's needs. The goal is simple: see what can realistically be automated and whether it's valuable enough to continue.
During this pilot, Provider will:
Unlike most AI tools, this is not a generic assistant. The agent will be configured with a specific role, behavioral boundaries, personality or tone settings, and domain knowledge relevant to Client's business.
Think of it less like installing software and more like minting a digital operator.
The initial pilot runs for 30 days from the Effective Date. Either party may terminate with seven (7) days written notice at any time during the pilot.
If both parties agree to continue at the end of the pilot, the engagement may convert to a monthly subscription at a rate to be agreed in writing. There is no automatic renewal.
Client agrees to pay $__________ for the 30-day pilot. Payment is due __________ (e.g., upfront / net 15 / 50% upfront + 50% at day 15).
This fee covers agent design, deployment, configuration, and iteration during the pilot period.
Client is responsible for any third-party software or API costs incurred during the pilot (such as model usage fees or SaaS tool subscriptions). Provider will notify Client before incurring any third-party costs on their behalf.
Fees already paid are non-refundable upon termination.
Client owns their business data, workflows, and any business logic created specifically for their internal use during the engagement.
Provider retains ownership of underlying frameworks, archetype design methods, orchestration infrastructure, runtime systems, and any reusable components.
In plain terms: Client owns their business logic. Provider retains the engine.
AI agents are powerful but probabilistic systems. They sometimes make mistakes, require iteration, and improve with context and feedback over time.
The goal of this pilot is to discover what works, not promise a fully autonomous system on day one. Provider will work collaboratively with Client to tune the agent throughout the engagement.
Both parties agree to keep confidential any non-public business, operational, or technical information shared during the engagement. This obligation survives termination for a period of two (2) years.
Provider is not responsible for business decisions made by Client, outcomes produced by AI systems, or operational losses resulting from automated workflows.
Total liability under this agreement is limited to the fees paid by Client during the pilot period.
Provider operates as an independent contractor. Nothing in this agreement creates an employment relationship, partnership, joint venture, or agency between the parties.
This agreement is governed by the laws of the State of California. Any disputes arising under this agreement will be resolved in the courts of Los Angeles County, California.
This is an experiment between two adults who are curious about what AI agents can do in the real world. The goal is to move quickly, learn quickly, and decide whether continuing makes sense.
If it works, great. If it doesn't, both parties walk away cleanly. No lawyers needed.