Non-Disclosure Agreement

A Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) is a legally binding contract that defines the confidentiality obligations of a subject, typically during onboarding, project initiation, or third-party engagement. NDAs establish explicit boundaries around the handling of proprietary, regulated, or sensitive information, clarifying what constitutes unauthorized disclosure and reinforcing the subject’s duty of confidentiality.

NDAs are most effective when implemented in conjunction with structured policy enforcement, clear data classification, and role-based access controls. While an NDA alone does not prevent disclosure, its presence introduces enforceable consequences and strengthens the organization’s posture in disciplinary, contractual, or legal proceedings.