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Practical working label — agree its meaning within your project
A Retainer Audit is a periodic examination of an ongoing service agreement where a consultant confirms that the retainer amount, payment schedule, and defined outputs still match the client’s needs. It produces a brief report highlighting any gaps or needed adjustments.
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When to use retainer audit
Use a Retainer Audit when a contract has been active for three months or more and workload changes are suspected.
A practical example of retainer audit
For example, a UX consultant reviews a six‑month retainer with a startup, noting that the agreed weekly hours exceed the current workload and recommends a revised schedule.
How it applies to Ideoreto
Use this reference when preparing a project introduction or explaining your work on Ideoreto. Registration does not guarantee work, collaborators or funding.
Key takeaways
- Verify the current retainer invoice matches the agreed amount.
- Confirm that documented deliverables align with recent project activities.
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