DC-Services UK Client Agreements

Information Evidence Controls

A critical aspect of our client agreements is the definition of evidence standards and control mechanisms. We specify how digital-asset records are verified and what constitutes sufficient evidence for a record's inclusion in our documentation. These clauses provide legal assurance that the data provided by DC-SERVICES has undergone rigorous supervisory review. This structured approach to evidence is vital for clients who require robust documentation for their own internal audits or for presentation to third-party regulators.

• ›Written intake brief signed by the client
• ›Conflicts screen and independence check
• ›Defined deliverable list and retention envelope

Supervisory Governance Routes

Our agreements are drafted with a focus on governance and institutional accountability. They include specific provisions for conflict resolution, escalation procedures, and periodic reviews of the service relationship. This ensures that the documentation services remain aligned with the evolving regulatory landscape and the specific risk appetite of the institutional client. By providing clear governance routes, we support the 'three lines of defence' model commonly employed by sophisticated financial institutions and their compliance departments.

• ›Source hashing at intake
• ›Role-based, time-bound access
• ›Two-stage review before release

Non-Regulated Service Boundaries

To maintain absolute legal clarity, our client agreements explicitly define the boundaries of our operations. DC-SERVICES does not engage in regulated activities. The contracts state that our work is limited to the production of documentation and the provision of intelligence. We do not offer investment advice, we do not hold or transfer client funds or digital assets, and we do not act as an agent in any transactions. This clear separation of duties is foundational to our role as an independent observer and recorder.

Engagement and Commencement

The process of finalising a client agreement involves a thorough onboarding sequence, including Know Your Business (KYB) checks and technical scoping. Once the agreement is executed, a formal commencement date is set for the start of the documentation cycle. This transition from legal negotiation to operational delivery is managed with precision to ensure that coverage begins seamlessly. We invite prospective institutional partners to contact our compliance team to begin the process of reviewing our standard agreements and tailoring them to their specific documentation needs.