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How do I stop endless approvals in an agency project?

Many people comment and approvals never end? Add a single designated approver, written sign-off and deemed approval. Copy-paste clause.

The risky clause

Deliverables are accepted only when all stakeholders on the Agency and client side approve them.

Why it is dangerous

'All stakeholders' means conflicting feedback and open-ended delays. Name one approver whose written sign-off counts, set a feedback window and add deemed approval. This is general information, not legal advice.

Safer clause to propose

Agency designates [NAME] as sole approver. Written sign-off from the approver is final. Feedback is due within 3 business days, after which deliverables are deemed approved.

Message to send

Hi [Agency],

Could we name a single approver for each milestone and set 3 business days for feedback, with deemed approval after that? Thanks, [Your Name]

Frequently asked questions

Why does a single approver help?

It avoids conflicting feedback and keeps timelines moving.

What if the approver is unavailable?

Name a backup approver in the contract.

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