Business Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
Commercial terms & deal structure · Core

Milestone payment

Also called: stage payment

ELI5

Payment triggered by completion or acceptance of a defined milestone.

Used in conversation

“Counsel wants milestone payment clarified before anyone signs.”

Pitch context

You will see “Milestone payment” in go-to-market plans, sales forecasts, account reviews and commercial proposals when the discussion reaches commercial terms & deal structure.

Why it matters: In commercial terms & deal structure, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

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