Drafting for Artificial Intelligence: Contract Provisions Beyond SaaS Models

Course Description

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the way organizations procure and use technology, exposing gaps in traditional SaaS contract provisions. This program explores why conventional software agreements often fail to address the unique legal and business risks associated with AI-powered products and services. Attendees will learn which contractual provisions create the greatest exposure, including issues related to data use, intellectual property, liability, and model outputs, and will gain practical strategies for negotiating stronger protections with AI vendors. Whether drafting new agreements or revising existing templates, this session provides actionable guidance for protecting clients in the evolving AI landscape.

Principles

• AI-powered technologies require contract terms that go beyond traditional SaaS agreements.
• Key provisions governing data, intellectual property, liability, and AI outputs are critical to managing legal risk.
• Strategic negotiation is essential to securing meaningful protections in AI vendor agreements.
• AI contract drafting should evolve with emerging technologies and legal developments.

Syllabus

1. Why traditional SaaS contracts no longer work in the age of AI
2. What provisions make you the most vulnerable
3. How to leverage your negotiations with vendors to ensure maximum protection