Preparing the published article.
Managing Disputes in Robot Projects
Most disputes are documented long before they happen.
Prevention
- Put acceptance criteria and measurement methods in the contract annex.
- Record every change with its schedule and cost impact.
- Keep minutes and confirmation emails for verbal agreements.
- Hand over documentation as a condition of final payment.
Escalation path
| Stage | Action |
|---|---|
| Site level | Joint record of the facts and open items |
| Project level | Written position and proposed remedy |
| Senior level | Timeboxed negotiation on commercial terms |
| Formal | Mediation, arbitration or court per the contract |