Terms & Conditions

Granite Fort Advisory™ Terms & Conditions

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Effective Date:  1-July-2025

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Last Updated: 25-March-2026

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1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Granite Fort LLC dba as Granite Fort Advisory ("GFA," "we," "us," or "our") website (www.granitefort.com) or engaging our services, you ("Client," "you," or "your") agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, do not use this website or engage our services.

 

1.1 Use of Website and Services

• You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe on the rights of others or restrict their use and enjoyment.

• You must be at least 18 years old to use this site and our services.

• Unauthorized use of this website may give rise to a claim for damages or be a criminal offense

 

1.2 User Conduct

You agree not to:

• Use the website to upload or distribute any material that is unlawful, harmful, threatening, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable.

• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or disrupt the website operation.

• Use the site in any way that could damage, disable, or impair its functionality.

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1.3 Third-Party Links

• Our website may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience.

• We do not control and are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or policies of these external sites.

• Access third-party sites at your own risk.

 

1.4 Privacy

• Your use of the website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect and handle your personal information.

• Please review the Privacy Policy to understand your rights and our practices.

 

1.5 Termination

• We may suspend or terminate your access to the website or services at our sole discretion, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users or our business.

 

2. Nature of Services

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2.1 Advisory Services Only

GFA provides advisory services related to AI strategy, vendor evaluation, governance frameworks, and operational risk management. All services are advisory in nature only. GFA provides recommendations and frameworks based on industry best practices and governance frameworks (such as NIST AI Risk Management Framework, ISO guidelines, and OECD principles). Implementation of GFA's recommendations does not guarantee regulatory compliance, and regulators retain full discretion in their interpretation and enforcement activities. Regulatory standards evolve continuously, and guidance that appears aligned with best practices today may be deemed insufficient in future regulatory assessments.

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2.2 What GFA Provides

GFA provides:

• Recommendations for AI governance frameworks aligned with industry standards

• Guidance on risk assessment methodologies and responsible AI practices

• Advisory support for developing oversight structures and operational controls

• Strategic consulting on AI system evaluation and vendor selection

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2.3 Services NOT Included

GFA does not provide the following unless separately agreed in writing:

• Legal advice or legal compliance opinions (GFA is not a law firm)

• Interpretation of regulatory requirements or regulatory guidance

• Validation or certification that AI systems meet regulatory requirements

• Guarantees regarding regulatory approval, enforcement outcomes, or business results

• Verification or certification that implementations satisfy any specific law or regulation

• Monitoring of ongoing compliance or governance after engagement completion

• Representation before regulators or response to regulatory inquiries

• Technical implementation, coding, or system development

• Auditing or assurance services regarding AI system performance or outputs

 Notwithstanding the above, GFA may provide gap assessments against ISO 42001 or NIST AI-RMF or other standards where separately agreed in writing. Such services are limited to gap analysis against the standards and do not constitute regulatory compliance certification or legal opinions.

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3. Definition of "Compliance"

When GFA uses the term "compliance" in its marketing materials, slogan ("Clarity. Compliance. Confidence."), website content, or communications, it refers exclusively to alignment with voluntary industry frameworks, internal policies, and documented governance procedures. It does not refer to, represent, warrant, or guarantee regulatory compliance, legal compliance, or adherence to any law or regulation issued by any government authority or regulatory body.

 

4. Not Legal Advice

GFA is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. No communications made by GFA to Client, whether written or oral, through this website or otherwise, constitute or should be construed as legal advice, legal opinions, or legal compliance determinations. Client is solely responsible for engaging qualified legal counsel to obtain legal opinions regarding compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Client should not rely on GFA's services as a substitute for legal counsel or use information on this website as a basis for legal compliance decisions.

No attorney-client, advisor-client, or confidential relationship is formed by your use of this website or receipt of information from GFA.

 

5. No Guaranteed Outcomes

GFA makes no representations, warranties, or guarantees regarding any particular outcome, including but not limited to:

• Regulatory approval or acceptance by regulatory authorities

• Compliance determinations by any regulatory body

• Avoidance of enforcement actions, fines, or penalties

• Acceptance of AI governance frameworks by regulators, auditors, or third parties

• Business results, operational outcomes, or system performance

• Successful implementation of recommendations

• Effectiveness of governance structures or controls

 

6. Regulatory Interpretation and Enforcement

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6.1 No Regulatory Interpretation

GFA does not interpret or provide guidance on regulatory requirements. GFA's recommendations address governance best practices and industry frameworks (such as NIST AI RMF, ISO standards) as understood at the engagement date. Whether Client's implementation of governance frameworks satisfies any regulatory requirement is a legal determination that must be made by Client's qualified legal counsel.

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6.2 Regulatory Uncertainty

AI regulatory requirements are emerging, evolving, and subject to divergent interpretations across jurisdictions. Different regulators may reach different conclusions about identical governance practices. Enforcement priorities and interpretations may differ from published guidance. Regulatory standards are subject to change.

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6.3 No Responsibility for Regulatory Actions

GFA makes no representations regarding how any regulatory body, enforcement agency, court, or auditor will interpret, evaluate, or respond to Client's AI governance practices. GFA is not responsible for regulatory actions, findings of non-compliance, enforcement proceedings, fines, penalties, or other adverse determinations made by any regulatory authority.

 

7. Client Responsibilities and Acknowledgments

By engaging GFA's services or using this website, Client acknowledges and agrees that:

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7.1 Implementation Responsibility

Implementation decisions and operational responsibility remain solely with the Client. GFA's role is advisory, and we do not make business decisions on behalf of clients.

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7.2 Independent Verification Required

Client must:

• Independently evaluate all GFA recommendations before implementation

• Engage qualified legal counsel to review recommendations and determine whether governance frameworks satisfy applicable regulatory requirements

• Conduct independent technical validation of all frameworks and controls before deployment

• Independently assess any third-party tools, platforms, or systems referenced by GFA

• Not rely solely on GFA's recommendations for any business, legal, or technical decisions

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7.3 Regulatory Risk

Client assumes all risk associated with regulatory examinations, investigations, or enforcement actions regardless of whether Client implemented GFA's recommendations.

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7.4 Third-Party Systems

Third-party tools, platforms, or systems referenced in GFA's work are outside GFA's control and assessment.

 

8. Temporal Limitation

GFA's recommendations are based on information available as of the engagement date or publication date. GFA has no obligation to update Client after engagement completion or to update website content. AI systems and regulatory landscapes evolve rapidly. Information may become outdated, incomplete, or inaccurate due to changing circumstances.

 

9. Website Disclaimer

Information on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice, legal advice, or advisory services. GFA makes no representations regarding the accuracy, completeness, or currency of information provided on this website. Do not rely on this information as a substitute for legal or professional advice from qualified counsel. Regulatory requirements vary by jurisdiction and change frequently.

No contractual relationship, advisory relationship, or engagement is created by your use of this website. Formal engagement terms, scope, pricing, and legal obligations will be outlined exclusively in separate ordering document and engagement agreement documentation.

 

10. Limitation of Liability

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10.1 Aggregate Liability Cap

GFA's total aggregate liability arising from any engagement or use of this website shall not exceed the total fees paid by Client to GFA under that specific engagement. For website users who have not engaged GFA's services, GFA's liability shall not exceed $100.

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10.2 Exclusion of Consequential Damages

To the maximum extent permitted by law, GFA shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

• Regulatory fines, penalties, or sanctions

• Loss of business, revenue, or profits

• Reputational harm or damage

• Costs of regulatory investigations or examinations

• Costs of remediation required by regulatory authorities

• Loss of data or information

• Business interruption

• Costs of substitute services

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10.3 "As Is" Basis

This website and all information provided are offered on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

 

11. Intellectual Property

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11.1 Ownership

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, methodologies, frameworks, and software, is the property of Granite Fort LLC and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

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11.2 Limited License

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use this website for informational purposes only. You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from website content

• Use content for commercial purposes without prior written consent

• Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices

 

12. Confidentiality

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12.1 Confidential Information

Any documents, proposals, assessments, or communications provided by GFA contain confidential and proprietary information. By receiving such information, you agree to:

• Maintain its confidentiality

• Use it solely to evaluate a potential business relationship with GFA

• Not copy, distribute, or disclose it to third parties without prior written consent from GFA

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12.2 Non-Binding

Documents and communications from GFA are for informational purposes only and do not constitute binding offers, guarantees of services, or contractual commitments unless explicitly stated in a signed engagement agreement.

 

13. Indemnification

Client agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless GFA, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to:

• Client's use of this website

• Client's implementation of GFA's recommendations

• Client's breach of these Terms & Conditions

• Client's violation of any law or regulation

• Any claim that Client's actions caused harm to a third party

 

14.  Force Majeure

GFA shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performing its obligations caused by circumstances beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to: acts of God; government actions or regulatory interventions; changes in law or regulatory guidance affecting AI governance; suspension or material alteration of third-party frameworks on which GFA's services are based (including NIST AI RMF, ISO standards, or OECD principles); cyberattacks or infrastructure failures; epidemics or public health emergencies; or any other event beyond GFA's reasonable control ("Force Majeure Event").

GFA reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any services or recommendations that become impracticable or legally untenable due to changes in applicable law, regulation, or industry standards, without such modification constituting a breach of any obligation. GFA's obligations shall be suspended for the duration of any Force Majeure Event to the extent affected, and GFA shall not be required to compensate Client for losses arising from it.

 

15. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

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15.1 Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

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15.2 Jurisdiction and Venue

Any legal action or proceeding arising out of or related to these Terms & Conditions or use of this website shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Dallas County, Texas. You consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts and waive any objection to venue.

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15.3 Arbitration

For disputes arising from formal engagement agreements, the parties may agree to binding arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

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15.4 Waiver of Jury Trial

To the extent permitted by law, the parties waive any right to jury trial for disputes arising from these Terms & Conditions.

 

16. Modifications to Terms

GFA reserves the right to modify these Terms & Conditions at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this website. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified terms. We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.

 

17. Severability

If any provision of these Terms & Conditions is found to be unenforceable or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

 

18. Entire Agreement

These Terms & Conditions, together with any formal engagement agreement, constitute the entire agreement between you and GFA regarding use of this website and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications, whether oral or written.

 

19. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact us:

Granite Fort Advisory
Email: Engage@GraniteFort.com
Subject: Terms & Conditions Inquiry
Website: www.granitefort.com

 

20. Acknowledgment

By using this website or engaging GFA's services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions.

 

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