hi
in short:
It has been my experience that we use NDAs when we engage a supplier and share data classified as confidential or higher. It gives the client a level of comfort that if something happens (e.g., data leakage) there is at least some level of compensation. (you should also have a security rider in the contract to help ensure the right level of data protection data privacy & controls are in place...but this is another story for another time)
In most cases re SW manufacturers you are buying the SW, which will run in house...no sharing of data, so an NDA is not necessary. In these cases, you should have an escrow clause.
When you share data, use an NDA
happy to chat further
Happy Holidays
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john peck
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Sent: 12-10-2021 04:40 PM
From: Anonymous Member
Subject: NDAs for IT vendors
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When do you use an NDA with IT vendors? If we are purchasing consulting services we require a signed NDA. Does anyone ask for an NDA when from the manufacturer of software? We have not historically. I was curious if others were, however.