Contracting for emerging and high growth companies in the retail sector
Preparing and negotiating commercial agreements is a critical part of building an emerging and high growth company, particularly when it comes to establishing the company’s supply chain and sales channel. Through Osler RetailScale, emerging and high growth companies have access to a streamlined program that enables them to manage regulatory compliance and to negotiate, draft and manage their commercial contracts through all stages of the retail and consumer products lifecycle in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Simply put, we help take the guesswork out of your contracting strategy, adding certainty, simplicity and timeliness.
Commercial agreements
Osler RetailScale offers a collection of retail-focused commercial agreements to meet the unique needs of emerging and high growth companies operating in the retail sector; each commercial agreement incorporates industry best practices and leverages the significant experience of Osler lawyers, including:
Distribution and Supply Chain
- Manufacturing Agreements
- Supply Agreements
- Product Wholesale Agreements
- Product Reseller Agreements
- Referral Agreements
- Licensing Agreements
- Delivery Agreements
- Consignment Agreements
- Warehousing Agreements
- Distribution Agreements
- Dealer Agreements
- Sales Agent Agreements
- Co-Packing Agreements
- Third Party Logistics Agreements
- Research & Development Arrangements
Advertising and Marketing
- Sponsorship Agreements
- Influencer Agreements
- Collaboration Agreements
- Affiliate Marketing Agreements
- Media Buying Agreements
- Contest Rules
Customer Agreements
- Services Agreements
- Website Terms of Use
- Consumer Sales Agreements
- Product Warranties
Our lawyers can also assist with negotiating these crucial contracts, applying their deep knowledge and drawing on the expertise of colleagues throughout the firm to ensure the terms of any agreement meet your company’s specific needs and further your strategy for growth.
Regulatory compliance
Osler RetailScale also offers guidance on the rules and regulations that govern the retail sector, including consumer protection laws. Our lawyers can provide advice on various regulated matters, including:
- Online Sales
- Auto-Renewing Subscription Services
- Health, Fitness, Diet and Related Services
- Loyalty and Rewards Programs
- Contests and Promotions
- Gift Cards
- Consumer Credit
- Packaging and Labelling
- French Language Laws
Emerging and high growth companies can rely on Osler RetailScale to deliver:
Predictable costs
Competitive fixed-fees and standardized processes enable us to prepare commercial agreements quickly and cost-effectively, giving you more control over your legal fees.
Timely turnaround
For companies on the cusp of growth, time is always of the essence. That’s why we have the dedicated team, resources and technology to meet your timelines.
Reduced margin for error
Osler RetailScale uses standardized templates and leverages the benefits of automation to make the contract development process more efficient and decrease the potential for mistakes – and risk exposure.
Getting started
Ask us about our RetailScale Startup Package which includes an overview of Canadian consumer protection laws, template website terms of use, a self-assessment purchase flow consumer compliance checklist, and a template of your first customer agreement.