DELIVERY and FULFILLMENT POLICY

Last Updated: June 17, 2025

1. INTRODUCTION

This Delivery/Fulfillment Policy outlines how Social Beat Digital Limited (UK), Social Beat, Inc. (USA), and SP Studioz (OPC) Private Limited (India) (collectively "Social Beat Digital," "Company," "we," "us," or "our") delivers social media marketing, digital marketing, website design, and reputation management services to our clients. This policy ensures transparency in our delivery process, timelines, and procedures.

2. SERVICE DELIVERY OVERVIEW

2.1 Nature of Digital Delivery

All our services are delivered digitally through:

  • Email communications with attachments and links

  • Cloud storage platforms (Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive)

  • Project management systems (Trello, Asana, Monday.com)

  • Social media platforms (direct publishing/scheduling)

  • Website deployment (staging and production servers)

  • Content delivery networks (CDNs)

  • File transfer protocols (FTP/SFTP/API)

  • Marketing platforms (ad accounts, analytics dashboards)

2.2 Delivery Standards

We maintain high standards for all deliverables:

  • Professional quality aligned with industry best practices

  • Brand compliance per your guidelines

  • Platform optimization for each channel

  • Timely delivery per agreed project schedule

  • Secure transfer methods with encryption

  • Organized delivery with clear documentation

  • Multi-format support for various platforms

3. PROJECT TIMELINES

3.1 Timeline Establishment

Project timelines are determined by:

  • Initial project scope and requirements

  • Content complexity and volume

  • Client response times for feedback and approvals

  • Platform requirements and limitations

  • Campaign objectives and duration

  • Resource allocation and team availability

  • Third-party dependencies and integrations

3.2 Standard Delivery Timeframes

Website Design & Development Projects

Social Media Marketing Services

Digital Marketing Services

Reputation Management Services

3.3 Rush Delivery

Expedited delivery available:

  • 25% surcharge for 25% faster delivery

  • 50% surcharge for 50% faster delivery

  • 100% surcharge for same-day/next-day delivery

  • Subject to resource availability and project complexity

4. DELIVERY PROCESS

4.1 Milestone-Based Delivery

Phase 1: Discovery & Strategy (Week 1)

  • Project kickoff documentation

  • Strategy presentation

  • Brand guidelines confirmation

  • Technical requirements

  • Content audit (if applicable)

Phase 2: Creation & Development (Weeks 2-6)

  • Initial concepts/designs

  • Content creation

  • Platform setup

  • Campaign configuration

  • Testing and optimization

Phase 3: Review & Refinement (Week 7)

  • Client review materials

  • Revision implementations

  • Quality assurance

  • Final adjustments

Phase 4: Launch & Delivery (Week 8)

  • Final deliverables

  • Go-live execution

  • Access transfers

  • Documentation package

  • Training materials

4.2 Continuous Delivery Schedule

Daily Deliveries:

  • Social media posts (as scheduled)

  • Community management responses

  • Campaign optimizations

  • Reputation monitoring alerts

Weekly Deliveries:

  • Performance summaries

  • Content batches

  • Campaign updates

  • Progress reports

Monthly Deliveries:

  • Comprehensive analytics reports

  • Strategy recommendations

  • Content calendars

  • Invoice and activity logs

5. DELIVERY METHODS

5.1 Primary Delivery Channels

Cloud Storage Systems:

  • Google Drive: Shared folders with permission controls

  • Dropbox: Secure links with expiration dates

  • OneDrive: Microsoft ecosystem integration

  • WeTransfer: Large file transfers (over 2GB)

  • Client's Preferred Platform: Upon request

Direct Platform Delivery:

  • Social Media: Native platform scheduling/publishing

  • Website: Staging server → Production deployment

  • Email Marketing: Platform templates and campaigns

  • Ad Platforms: Direct campaign activation

  • CMS Access: Administrative credentials

Communication Channels:

  • Primary: Email to designated contacts

  • Project Updates: Project management system

  • Urgent: WhatsApp/Slack (if agreed)

  • Reports: Secure email with encrypted attachments

5.2 Access Credentials Delivery

All credentials delivered through:

  • Encrypted email with separate password communication

  • Password managers (LastPass, 1Password)

  • Secure documentation with access logs

  • Two-factor authentication setup assistance

6. ACCEPTANCE PROCESS

6.1 Delivery Notification

Upon delivery, clients receive:

  • Email confirmation with delivery details

  • Access instructions and links

  • Review checklist for quality assurance

  • Feedback timeline and process

  • Support contact for questions

6.2 Review Period

Standard review periods:

  • Social media content: 48 hours

  • Website milestones: 5 business days

  • Marketing campaigns: 3 business days

  • Final deliverables: 7 business days

  • Reports/Analytics: 2 business days

6.3 Acceptance Criteria

Deliverables are considered accepted when:

  • Review period expires without feedback

  • Client provides written/email approval

  • Client publishes or uses deliverables

  • Payment for milestone is processed

  • Client requests next phase initiation

7. REVISION PROCESS

7.1 Included Revisions

Standard project inclusions:

  • Design concepts: 2 rounds of revisions

  • Social media content: 1 round of edits

  • Website development: 1 round of functional changes

  • Marketing copy: 2 rounds of refinements

  • Reports: 1 round of clarifications

7.2 Revision Timelines

  • Minor text edits: 24 hours

  • Design adjustments: 2-3 business days

  • Content revisions: 48 hours

  • Major changes: 5-7 business days

  • Additional revisions: Quoted separately

7.3 Revision Delivery

Revisions delivered with:

  • Change summary documentation

  • Tracked changes/version history

  • Before/after comparisons

  • Updated files with version numbers

8. PLATFORM-SPECIFIC DELIVERY

8.1 Social Media Platforms

Facebook/Instagram:

  • Business Manager access setup

  • Content scheduling via Creator Studio

  • Ad campaigns through Ads Manager

  • Stories and Reels delivery

LinkedIn:

  • Company page management

  • Content scheduling

  • LinkedIn Campaign Manager access

  • Employee advocacy content

Twitter/X:

  • Tweet scheduling

  • Thread creation

  • Twitter Ads dashboard

  • Analytics access

YouTube:

  • Video upload and optimization

  • Thumbnail creation

  • Channel management

  • YouTube Studio access

8.2 Website Platforms

WordPress:

  • Admin access provision

  • Plugin installations

  • Theme customization

  • Backup procedures

Custom Development:

  • Git repository access

  • Deployment documentation

  • API credentials

  • Database access

9. QUALITY ASSURANCE

9.1 Pre-Delivery Checklist

All deliverables undergo:

  • Brand consistency review

  • Technical validation (links, functionality)

  • Platform compliance verification

  • Content accuracy check

  • Accessibility standards review

  • Mobile responsiveness testing

  • Cross-browser compatibility check

9.2 Quality Standards

Every delivery meets:

  • Professional presentation standards

  • Industry best practices

  • Platform specifications

  • Client brand guidelines

  • Legal compliance requirements

  • SEO optimization (where applicable)

10. DELAYS AND CONTINGENCIES

10.1 Company-Caused Delays

If we cause delays:

  • Immediate notification within 24 hours

  • Revised timeline with explanation

  • Compensation per service agreement

  • Priority processing upon resolution

  • Additional resources allocated if needed

10.2 Client-Caused Delays

Delays may result from:

  • Late feedback or approvals

  • Delayed content/asset provision

  • Account access issues

  • Scope changes mid-project

  • Payment delays

Impact:

  • Timeline automatically extends

  • Additional fees may apply

  • Delivery schedule adjusted

  • Resource reallocation required

10.3 Third-Party Delays

Not liable for delays from:

  • Platform outages (Facebook, Google, etc.)

  • Internet infrastructure issues

  • Government regulations/blocks

  • Third-party API limitations

  • Force majeure events

11. POST-DELIVERY SUPPORT

11.1 Immediate Support (0-30 days)

  • Bug fixes for technical issues

  • Clarifications on deliverables

  • Basic training on delivered systems

  • Minor adjustments within scope

  • Platform troubleshooting

11.2 Extended Support Options

  • Monthly maintenance packages

  • On-demand support hours

  • Annual support contracts

  • Emergency response services

12. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY TRANSFER

12.1 Upon Final Payment

  • Full rights transfer (as per agreement)

  • Source files delivery

  • License documentation

  • Copyright transfer confirmation

  • Asset ownership documentation

12.2 Before Final Payment

  • Limited review license only

  • No commercial use rights

  • Watermarks on creative assets

  • Restricted access to source files

13. INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY CONSIDERATIONS

13.1 Time Zone Management

  • Primary timezone: Indian Standard Time (IST)

  • Delivery windows: Adjusted for client timezone

  • Global coverage: 24-hour delivery cycle

  • Holiday schedules: Per client country

13.2 Compliance Requirements

  • GDPR compliance (EU clients)

  • CCPA compliance (California clients)

  • Local advertising regulations

  • Cultural content adaptation

  • Language localization support

14. DELIVERY TRACKING

14.1 Real-Time Tracking

Monitor delivery status through:

  • Project dashboard with progress indicators

  • Email notifications at each milestone

  • Weekly status reports

  • Delivery calendar access

  • Mobile app notifications (where available)

14.2 Communication Protocol

  • Daily updates for active campaigns

  • Weekly summaries for ongoing projects

  • Milestone notifications within 24 hours

  • Response time: Within 24 hours (business days)

  • Emergency hotline for critical issues

15. FAILED DELIVERY RESOLUTION

15.1 Technical Failures

If delivery fails:

  • Alternative method provided immediately

  • No additional charges for re-delivery

  • Priority support for resolution

  • Compensation if delays impact campaign

15.2 Dispute Resolution

Delivery disputes resolved through:

  1. Documentation review

  2. Client-agency discussion

  3. Management escalation

  4. Third-party mediation (if needed)

  5. Legal proceedings (as last resort)

16. SPECIAL DELIVERY REQUIREMENTS

16.1 Custom Requirements

We accommodate:

  • Proprietary file formats

  • Secure VPN delivery

  • Custom API integrations

  • Blockchain verification

  • Encrypted communications

  • Compliance certifications

Note: Special requirements may affect timeline and cost

16.2 Multi-Location Delivery

For clients with multiple locations:

  • Centralized delivery hub

  • Regional customization

  • Time-zone specific scheduling

  • Multi-language support

17. DATA SECURITY IN DELIVERY

  • Encryption: All sensitive data encrypted

  • Access control: Role-based permissions

  • Audit trail: Complete delivery logs

  • Compliance: GDPR, CCPA compliant

  • Secure deletion: After project completion

18. CONTACT INFORMATION

For delivery questions or support:

Social Beat Digital

Primary Contact: Email: [email protected] Phone: +1 650-285-8952

India Office (Primary): SP Studioz (OPC) Private Limited 171 Behind ZP School, Ukhali (KH) Harangul, Gangakhed Maharashtra 431514, India

USA Office: Social Beat, Inc. 131 Continental Drive, Suite 305 Newark, DE 19713, USA

UK Office: Social Beat Digital Limited 128 City Road London, EC1V 2NX United Kingdom

Business Hours:

  • India: Monday-Saturday, 10


    AM - 7


    PM IST

  • USA: Monday-Friday, 9


    AM - 6


    PM EST

  • UK: Monday-Friday, 9


    AM - 6


    PM GMT

Emergency Support: Available for critical delivery issues

19. POLICY UPDATES

This policy may be updated to reflect:

  • New delivery technologies

  • Platform changes

  • Service improvements

  • Client feedback

  • Industry standards

Current version always available at socialbeatdigital.com

20. ACKNOWLEDGMENT

By engaging our services, you acknowledge and accept these delivery terms and procedures. We recommend keeping a copy of this policy for your records.

Our commitment is to deliver exceptional digital solutions on time, every time.