This contract review checklist is designed to be used by clients who are entering into new contracts or refining existing contracts. It covers 10 major categories of contract terms and provides detail on common/standard terms and conditions within those categories. While every contract needs to be customized and finalized between IT services providers and clients (with the help of experts like internal sourcing professionals and legal departments), the checklist can help SVM professionals validate their major categories. For further assistance with IT services contracts, or a customized review of contract terms, Forrester offers contract review advisory sessions.