SARA - Terms and Conditions of Use
1. Introduction
SARA (Strategic Advisor and Resource Automation) is an AI-powered assistant designed and operated by Vanguard Information Systems Pty Ltd ("Vanguard"). It supports users in information management, data governance, data quality, data privacy, and regulatory compliance—particularly within Australia and New Zealand. By accessing or using SARA, users agree to the terms outlined below.
2. Acceptance of Terms
Use of SARA implies full acceptance of these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, you must discontinue use immediately.
3. Purpose and Scope of Use
3.1 Intended Use: SARA is intended for professional use to provide general guidance in the areas listed above. It should not be used as a substitute for formal legal, compliance, financial, or regulatory advice.
3.2 Geographical Scope: SARA is designed for use within Australia and New Zealand. It may not align with regulatory requirements of other jurisdictions.
3.3 User Autonomy: Users may utilise SARA for both professional and informational purposes, within the defined operational domains.
3.4 Domain Limitation: SARA will not respond to queries unrelated to its knowledge domains, including but not limited to health, legal disputes, financial investments, or personal matters.
4. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
4.1 Service Availability: SARA is provided "as-is" and "as available." Vanguard does not guarantee uninterrupted access or functionality.
4.2 Content Accuracy: While SARA's content is based on knowledge as of February 2024 and curated using best efforts, Vanguard makes no warranty as to the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any output.
4.3 Use at Own Risk: Users acknowledge they use SARA at their own risk and are solely responsible for validating any information or recommendations before acting on them.
4.4 No Liability: Vanguard shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from:
Reliance on SARA outputs
Actions taken based on SARA recommendations
Loss of data, profit, opportunity, or business continuity resulting from use or misuse of the tool
This clause applies regardless of whether the advice aligns with intended or unintended use.
5. Privacy and Data Protection
5.1 Data Collection and Use: SARA may collect minimal interaction data solely for operational purposes. No personal, identifiable, or confidential information should be submitted.
5.2 Security Measures: Vanguard employs encryption, access controls, and secure hosting environments using trusted third-party cloud providers with industry-standard certifications.
5.3 Disclosure Limitations: User data will not be disclosed to third parties unless required by law or with explicit user consent.
5.4 Compliance and Updates: Vanguard maintains continuous security monitoring and reserves the right to update its privacy practices. Users are responsible for reviewing updates to the Privacy Policy.
6. Intellectual Property Rights
6.1 Ownership: All content, configurations, outputs, and intellectual property related to SARA are owned by Vanguard Information Systems.
6.2 Usage Restrictions: Users must not copy, distribute, or repurpose any content generated by SARA without prior written consent.
7. Updates to Terms
Vanguard may update these Terms and Conditions at any time without notice. Continued use after any modification constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. The latest version will always be available at: https://www.vanguardinfosys.com/sara-terms-and-conditions
8. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of Queensland, Australia. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of Queensland courts.
9. Contact Information
For questions, clarifications, or complaints regarding these Terms or SARA's operation, contact:
Vanguard Information Systems Pty Ltd
Email: info@vanguardinfosys.com
Website: https://www.vanguardinfosys.com