JCT Contracts Digital Service (CD)

IMPORTANT CHANGES TO THE JCT CONTRACTS DIGITAL SERVICE (CD):

From 1 October 2022, the current CD service will be withdrawn from sale and will be replaced by the JCT Construct service, which was launched in 2020. 

Options for existing customers

New contracts and documents will not be made available on the CD and technical support for the CD service will end on 31 December 2023.

You can choose to migrate to JCT Construct now, ahead of the closure of the CD. JCT Construct is an online, subscription-based service which maintains the JCT contract structure you are already familiar with. The improved editing functionality means you can add your own amendments, clauses, or other customised text, as well as create boilerplates. The service brings JCT Digital up to date with functional and technical advances. It ensures that the wide variety of JCT contracts can be accessed easily and securely online and best serve your drafting needs.

You can find out more about JCT Construct, including an overview and benefits of the service by visiting: www.jctltd.co.uk/jct-construct.
To migrate to JCT Construct and to get help with choosing your subscription, contact: adonis.pelaez@thomsonreuters.com.

KEY INFORMATION AND DATES:

Last CD renewal date: 1 September 2022
Closure date: 1 September 2023
Last date for CD support: 31 December 2023
For assistance contact: adonis.pelaez@thomsonreuters.com

• Why is the JCT Contracts Digital Service closing?

  The technology is now over 15 years old and digital services have moved online.

• When will the JCT Contracts Digital Service close?

  1 September 2023.

• Where can I find information on the new online service?

  The online service is called JCT Construct and more information can be found at: https://www.jctltd.co.uk/jct-construct.

• Can I purchase a new CD subscription?

  No, but existing subscribers may renew up to 1 September 2022.

• When is the last date for subscribers to renew their subscriptions?

  1 September 2022. The last subscription will run until 31 August 2023.

• Can current users still renew their CD subscriptions?

  Only up to and including 1 September 2022.

• Can users without an active CD sub buy print units?

  Please purchase enough print units while you have an active CD subscription to cover your contracts in progress. We will not be able to issue print units without an active subscription.

• Can users receive a refund for leftover print units?

  We encourage users to use their print units within their active subscription period.

• When is the last date for support?

  31 December 2023, or 6 months after your CD subscription ends, whichever the sooner.

• Can I retain my documents on the CD service as an archive?

  Yes, however, note technical support ends in 2023. We recommend that users scan their signed copies of the agreement for their own archives and not rely on an outdated technology as an archive.

• I am midway through my CD subscription can I cancel and move to JCT Construct?

  Yes, the CD sub will need to be cancelled and a new sub started for Construct, please contact: adonis.pelaez@tr.com.

• Who do I contact to migrate to the online service?

  Please contact: adonis.pelaez@tr.com.

• Can I print final contracts after 1 September 2023?

  Only if you have print units in your account. You can only purchase print units with an active subscription. Print units will not be available from 1 September 2023. Please note technical support ends 31 December 2023.

• Can I transfer my contracts to the online service?

  No, the two services are not compatible. Contracts will need to be rekeyed in the new service.

• Can I use my print units with the online service?

  No, the two services are not compatible. Please use your CD print units.

• Can we have networked access?

  No, not in the same way as the CD service. Each user in the online subscription has their own account and creates their own set of documents. These documents may be shared to other users internally and externally by an email link. However, the document creator retains the source file, and only they can finalise and download that document. Documents are not public/private as in the CD and other users cannot access other users’ documents.

• What are the differences between JCT Contracts Digital Service and JCT Construct?

  • JCT Construct is browser based so there is no software to install. • Instant online access. • Safe, secure online environment. • Automatic clause numbering/ dynamic table of contents. • Output to PDF. • Restore previous versions. • Upgrade feature - imports answers into the latest template