Service Level Agreement Template for Service Providers

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    A Service Level Agreement (SLA) is a document that outlines the level of service that a client can expect from a service provider. The SLA typically includes the services to be provided, the expected level of service, and the remedies or penalties in the event that the service provider fails to meet the agreed-upon level of service.

    Here is a template that can be used as a starting point for creating a Service Level Agreement:

    1. Overview

    Parties involved: [Name of service provider] and [Name of client].

    Services to be provided: [List of services to be provided by the service provider].

    Service level objectives: [List of service level objectives, including response time, resolution time, uptime, etc.].

    Term of the agreement: [Start and end date of the agreement].

    Remedies or penalties: [List of remedies or penalties in the event that the service provider fails to meet the agreed-upon level of service].

    2. Service Level Objectives

    2.1 Response Time

    Definition: The time it takes for the service provider to acknowledge receipt of a service request.

    Objective: [The objective response time for each type of service request].

    2.2 Resolution Time

    Definition: The time it takes for the service provider to resolve a service request.

    Objective: [The objective resolution time for each type of service request].

    2.3 Uptime

    Definition: The percentage of time that the service is available for use.

    Objective: [The objective uptime percentage].

    3. Service Provider Responsibilities

    Service delivery: The service provider will deliver the agreed-upon services to the client.

    Service level objectives: The service provider will meet the service level objectives outlined in this agreement.

    Reporting: The service provider will provide regular reports to the client on the performance of the services provided.

    Communication: The service provider will maintain open communication with the client regarding the services provided.

    4. Client Responsibilities

    Access: The client will provide the service provider with access to any necessary systems or equipment required to provide the services.

    Cooperation: The client will cooperate with the service provider to ensure that the services can be provided effectively.

    Communication: The client will maintain open communication with the service provider regarding any issues or concerns related to the services provided.

    5. Remedies and Penalties

    Remedies: In the event that the service provider fails to meet the agreed-upon service level objectives, the client may be entitled to one or more of the following remedies:

    [List of potential remedies].

    Penalties: In the event that the service provider fails to meet the agreed-upon service level objectives, the service provider may be subject to one or more of the following penalties:

    [List of potential penalties].

    6. Termination

    - **Termination:** Either party may terminate this agreement upon [Number of days] days' written notice to the other party.

    - **Effect of termination:** Upon termination of this agreement, the service provider will immediately cease providing services to the client.

    7. Governing Law

    This agreement will be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of [State or country].

    8. Signatures

    Service Provider: [Name and signature of service provider representative].

    Client: [Name and signature of client representative].