The , commonly known as the White Book , is the international standard for appointing consultants for professional services such as feasibility studies, detailed design, and project management. Core Structure of the 2017 White Book

Late payments are a perennial issue. The 2017 agreement provides robust mechanisms for (Clause 5) and explicitly outlines the Consultant’s right to interest on overdue invoices. 4. Dispute Resolution

: Provides detailed procedures for handling unforeseen "Exceptional Events," allowing for a fair sharing of risks between the client and consultant.

: Consultants now have an express right to suspend services if the Client fails to show they have the funds to pay. Intellectual Property

Rules for Adjudication (New in the 2017 edition). Core Clauses of the General Conditions