Metora Solutions

Data Usage Policy

This Data Usage Policy describes how Metora Solutions LLC handles data in the course of providing consulting, validation, and advisory services to federal agencies and system integrators.

Data Handling Principles

As an SDVOSB-certified federal consulting firm, we adhere to strict data handling principles:

  • Confidentiality: All client data is treated as confidential and protected accordingly
  • Minimum Necessary: We only collect and process data necessary for the engagement
  • Purpose Limitation: Data is used only for the purposes specified in our contracts
  • Data Integrity: We maintain accurate and up-to-date records

Federal Compliance

Our data handling practices comply with applicable federal requirements, including:

  • FAR/DFARS requirements for contractor data handling
  • FISMA security requirements where applicable
  • Agency-specific data protection requirements
  • Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) handling procedures when required

Data in Consulting Engagements

Client Data

During consulting engagements, we may have access to client data including project documentation, technical specifications, cost estimates, and organizational information. This data is:

  • Used solely for the purpose of delivering contracted services
  • Protected with appropriate security controls
  • Not shared with third parties without authorization
  • Returned or destroyed at the conclusion of the engagement as specified in the contract

Deliverables and Work Product

Ownership of deliverables and work product is determined by the terms of individual contracts. Unless otherwise specified, clients retain ownership of deliverables created specifically for their engagement.

Data Retention

We retain engagement-related data only as long as necessary to fulfill our contractual obligations and comply with legal requirements. Retention periods are specified in individual contracts and comply with applicable federal records requirements.

Security Measures

We implement appropriate security measures to protect data, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Regular security assessments
  • Employee training on data protection

Contact Us

For questions about our data usage practices, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (202) 770-0740

Last updated: January 2026