Terms of Use, Privacy Policy & Terms of Service

Terms of Use, Privacy Policy & Terms of Service
Comprehensive legal framework governing the use of TAKENCO's website, data protection standards, and professional consulting services.
Terms of Use
These Terms of Use establish the legal framework governing your access to and use of the TAKENCO website. By accessing this website, you acknowledge and agree to be bound by these terms in their entirety. TAKENCO operates as a specialized consulting structure led by Kevin TCHAKOUNTE, focusing on high-discipline program and project leadership across complex industrial and mobility ecosystems. This institutional portal serves as a professional gateway for information dissemination and strategic engagement opportunities.
The website functions exclusively as an informational resource and does not constitute a formal offer of services. All information presented is designed to showcase TAKENCO's capabilities, methodologies, and professional approach. Any actual service engagement requires the establishment of a formal contractual agreement through appropriate legal channels. Users are expected to understand that the content provided here serves orientation purposes and should not be construed as binding commitments or guarantees.
Scope of Applicability & Corporate Identity
Legal Framework
These Terms of Use define the comprehensive legal parameters governing all interactions with the TAKENCO website. Acceptance is automatic upon access and continues throughout your use of the platform.
Corporate Structure
TAKENCO represents a specialized consulting entity with deep expertise in program governance, cross-functional alignment, and complex industrial project leadership across mobility sectors.
Professional Purpose
The website serves as an institutional portal designed to communicate capabilities, methodologies, and professional standards. It is not a transactional platform but an informational resource.
User Obligations & Security Standards
Prohibited Activities
Users accessing the TAKENCO website must refrain from any actions that could compromise the platform's integrity, security, or availability. This includes attempts to breach security measures, introduce malicious code, or engage in unauthorized data extraction.
No exploitation of technical vulnerabilities
No unauthorized access attempts
No interference with other users' experience
No transmission of harmful content
No violation of third-party rights
Information Confidentiality
All information transmitted through or displayed on the website remains subject to strict confidentiality standards. Users must respect the proprietary nature of content and refrain from unauthorized disclosure or redistribution.
TAKENCO maintains robust security protocols to protect the confidentiality and integrity of all data exchanges. However, users share responsibility for maintaining secure access practices and protecting their credentials.
Intellectual Property Rights
Exclusive Ownership
All intellectual property rights associated with the TAKENCO website—including but not limited to structures, methodologies, frameworks, texts, visual elements, logos, and design concepts—are the exclusive property of TAKENCO and are protected under applicable intellectual property laws.
Unauthorized Use
Any reproduction, extraction, modification, distribution, or commercial exploitation of website content without explicit written authorization from TAKENCO constitutes infringement and may result in legal action. This protection extends to all proprietary methodologies and strategic frameworks.
Permitted Use
Users are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to view website content for personal, non-commercial informational purposes only. This license does not convey any ownership rights or permit any derivative works.
Disclaimer of Liability
TAKENCO provides all website information for orientation and informational purposes only. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy and currency of information, TAKENCO makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of any content presented. The website serves as a professional showcase and does not constitute professional advice or create any fiduciary relationship.
TAKENCO shall not be held liable for any operational decisions made by users based on website information, nor for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from website use. This includes but is not limited to losses resulting from inaccuracies, omissions, technical interruptions, or reliance on external links provided for convenience only.
Users acknowledge that external links are provided as a courtesy and that TAKENCO exercises no control over third-party content, nor endorses such content. Technical interruptions, though minimized through professional hosting standards, may occur and TAKENCO bears no responsibility for temporary unavailability or data transmission errors beyond its reasonable control.
Amendments & Updates
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Continuous Evolution
These Terms of Use may be amended periodically to reflect regulatory changes, operational improvements, or technological advancements in how TAKENCO delivers information and services.
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Immediate Application
All amendments become effective immediately upon publication on the website. Users are responsible for regularly reviewing these terms to remain informed of any modifications.
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Continued Use Constitutes Acceptance
By continuing to access or use the website following the publication of amendments, users acknowledge their acceptance of the revised terms without requiring additional explicit consent.
Privacy & Cookie Policy
Principles of Data Protection
TAKENCO operates under strict confidentiality and data protection standards fully aligned with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable European Union privacy directives. Our approach is founded on the core principles of necessity, proportionality, and legitimate purpose in all data processing activities.
We recognize that trust forms the foundation of every professional relationship. Therefore, TAKENCO has implemented comprehensive data governance frameworks that ensure transparency, accountability, and user control over personal information. Our data protection standards exceed minimum regulatory requirements, reflecting our commitment to responsible information stewardship.
Every data processing activity conducted by TAKENCO is subject to rigorous privacy impact assessments, ensuring that individual rights remain protected while enabling legitimate business purposes. We maintain detailed records of all processing activities and regularly audit our compliance with evolving privacy standards.
Data Processing Framework
What We Collect
TAKENCO processes only data that is strictly essential to fulfill legitimate business purposes. This limited approach ensures that no excessive or unnecessary information is gathered or retained.
Contact information for communication purposes
Professional background for engagement assessment
Technical data for website performance optimization
Security logs for platform protection
What We Don't Collect
TAKENCO explicitly does not collect sensitive personal data, including health information, political opinions, religious beliefs, or any other special category data as defined under GDPR Article 9. We do not engage in behavioral tracking or profiling activities.
Data Retention & Cookie Governance
Retention Periods
Data are retained only for the duration strictly required to fulfill their intended purpose. TAKENCO applies controlled retention schedules with automatic deletion protocols.
Secure Deletion
Upon expiration of retention periods, data are permanently and securely deleted using industry-standard data destruction methods that prevent recovery.
Minimal Cookie Approach
TAKENCO employs only essential technical cookies required for website functionality. Optional analytics cookies require explicit prior consent and can be withdrawn at any time.
No Tracking Technologies: TAKENCO does not deploy advertising cookies, cross-site tracking mechanisms, or third-party behavioral analytics tools. Your browsing privacy is respected and protected.
Your Privacy Rights
Under GDPR and applicable data protection legislation, individuals possess comprehensive rights regarding their personal information. TAKENCO is committed to facilitating the exercise of these rights through transparent, accessible processes.
Right of Access
You may request confirmation of whether we process your personal data and obtain a copy of such data in a structured, commonly used format.
Right to Rectification
You may request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data without undue delay, ensuring your information remains current and accurate.
Right to Erasure
You may request deletion of your personal data when it is no longer necessary for the purposes collected or when you withdraw consent.
Right to Restriction
You may request limitation of processing under specific circumstances, such as during accuracy verification or pending legal claims.
Right to Object
You may object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes, and we will cease such processing unless compelling grounds exist.
Right to Data Portability
You may receive your personal data in a portable format and request direct transmission to another controller where technically feasible.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: contact@takenco.com. We will respond to all requests within the legally required timeframe of one month, extendable by two additional months for complex requests.
Terms & Conditions of Service
Mission Framework & Engagement Structure
These Terms & Conditions establish the comprehensive legal and operational framework governing all consulting and project leadership engagements delivered by TAKENCO. They create a structured, transparent, and mutually responsible foundation for professional collaboration across complex industrial and mobility ecosystems.
TAKENCO intervenes in strategic and operational contexts that demand exceptional rigor, cross-functional coordination, and technical depth. Our engagements span the entire project lifecycle—from early conceptualization and feasibility studies through detailed engineering, industrialization, regulatory certification, and post-deployment field support. Each mission is approached with methodical discipline and unwavering commitment to client objectives.
The nature of TAKENCO's work requires deep integration with client organizations while maintaining the independence necessary for objective judgment. We operate at the intersection of strategic vision and operational execution, translating high-level objectives into actionable roadmaps supported by robust governance structures, risk management protocols, and financial discipline.
Contractual Framework & Professional Standards
Formalization Requirements
Each TAKENCO engagement is formalized through comprehensive documentation that ensures clarity, accountability, and alignment:
Statement of Work (SOW): Detailed scope definition with clear boundaries and assumptions
Deliverables & KPIs: Specific outputs with measurable success criteria
Pricing & Billing Terms: Transparent commercial structure with payment milestones
Confidentiality Clauses: Mutual protection of sensitive information
Compliance Requirements: Adherence to applicable regulations and standards
Professional Commitments
TAKENCO undertakes to conduct all engagements with:
Independence of judgment and objectivity
Professional diligence and technical rigor
Absolute discretion and confidentiality
Ethical conduct aligned with industry standards
Client Responsibilities
Successful mission execution requires active client participation and support. The Client commits to:
Providing timely access to required information, systems, and stakeholders
Ensuring availability of key decision-makers for critical validations
Delivering timely approvals that impact project timelines
Maintaining open communication channels throughout engagement
Respecting TAKENCO's independence and professional judgment
Intellectual Property, Liability & Governance
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Work Product Ownership
Deliverables produced under the engagement become the Client's property upon full settlement of invoices. However, TAKENCO retains ownership of proprietary methodologies, frameworks, templates, and tools developed independently.
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Liability Framework
TAKENCO operates under a reinforced duty of means rather than a duty of result. Our liability is strictly limited to the total amount invoiced for the concerned engagement, excluding indirect or consequential damages.
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Termination Provisions
Contracts may be terminated by either party under defined notice periods specified in the SOW. Work performed remains payable, and transitional measures ensure continuity and knowledge transfer.
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Governing Law
All engagements are governed by German law, complemented by applicable European Union regulations. Disputes are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of German courts unless otherwise specified.
For questions regarding these terms or to initiate a service engagement, please contact TAKENCO at contact@takenco.com. We welcome the opportunity to discuss how our expertise can support your strategic objectives.