Service Level Agreement
Last updated January 5, 2026
This Service Level Agreement ("SLA") defines the performance standards, commitments, and responsibilities governing the delivery of marketing services by 1nessAgency ("Provider") to the client ("Client"). This SLA supplements and is incorporated by reference into the applicable service agreement or statement of work.
1. Scope of Services
The specific services covered by this SLA are defined in the executed service agreement or statement of work. Services may include but are not limited to:
- Search engine optimization (SEO) and generative engine optimization (GEO)
- Paid media management (Google Ads, Meta Ads, programmatic)
- Brand strategy and creative development
- Web development and conversion optimization
- Analytics, reporting, and performance dashboards
- HIPAA-compliant marketing infrastructure
- Content strategy and thought leadership
Any changes to the scope of services require written agreement from both parties and may result in adjustments to fees, timelines, and performance targets.
2. Performance Standards
1nessAgency commits to the following performance standards:
- Campaign Launch: New campaigns will be launched within the agreed timeline, typically 10-15 business days from strategy approval
- Optimization Cadence: Active campaigns are reviewed and optimized no less than weekly
- Quality Assurance: All deliverables undergo internal review before client delivery
- Compliance: All marketing materials comply with HIPAA, FTC, and applicable state healthcare advertising regulations
- Platform Uptime: Client dashboards and reporting platforms maintain 99.5% uptime (excluding scheduled maintenance)
3. Response Times
We commit to the following response time standards during business hours (Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM ET):
| Priority | Description | Initial Response | Resolution Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Critical | Service outage, compliance issue, or active campaign failure | 1 hour | 4 hours |
| High | Performance degradation, budget pacing issue, or urgent revision | 4 hours | 1 business day |
| Standard | General requests, questions, strategy discussions | 1 business day | 3 business days |
| Low | Non-urgent updates, future planning, documentation requests | 2 business days | 5 business days |
4. Reporting
Clients receive regular performance reporting as follows:
- Real-Time Dashboard: Access to live performance metrics via the 1nessAgency Client Portal
- Weekly Reports: Summary of key metrics, spend, and optimization actions taken
- Monthly Reports: Comprehensive performance review with analysis, insights, and strategic recommendations
- Quarterly Business Reviews: In-depth strategy sessions with senior leadership covering performance, market trends, competitive landscape, and forward-looking plans
Custom reporting cadences or formats can be arranged upon request.
5. Escalation Procedures
If a service issue is not resolved within the target resolution time, the following escalation path applies:
- Level 1 - Account Manager: Initial point of contact for all service requests and issues. Available via phone, email, or Slack
- Level 2 - Senior Strategist: Engaged if the issue is not resolved within the initial resolution target. Provides additional expertise and resources
- Level 3 - Director/Leadership: Engaged for critical issues unresolved at Level 2, systemic problems, or client-escalated concerns. Direct access to agency leadership
Clients may escalate directly to any level for critical or compliance-related issues.
6. Amendments
This SLA may be amended by mutual written agreement of both parties. Either party may propose amendments with thirty (30) days' written notice. Proposed amendments will be reviewed collaboratively and take effect only upon written acceptance by both parties. In the event of a conflict between this SLA and the service agreement, the service agreement shall prevail.
Contact
For questions regarding this Service Level Agreement, please contact us at hello@1nessagency.com.