Legal Notice, Disclaimer & Intellectual Property Rights

Last Updated: April 28, 2026

This page contains important legal information regarding the use of this website, intellectual property rights, trademarks, copyrights, and limitations of liability. Please read this disclaimer carefully before using any content on luisenriquebernal.com (the “Website”). By accessing and using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all terms and conditions outlined herein.

1. General Disclaimer

The information, opinions, and recommendations contained on this Website are provided solely for educational and informational purposes. They do not constitute professional advice, and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional legal, financial, tax, technical, or consulting advice from qualified professionals. All website content is based on general knowledge and experience and is not tailored to your specific situation or circumstances.

No Liability for Reliance: Luis Enrique Bernal shall not be liable for any damages, losses, or adverse consequences arising from your reliance upon or use of any information, opinions, or recommendations contained on this Website. You use all content at your own risk.

2. Data Protection & Privacy Compliance

Mexico (LFPDPPP 2025)

This Website operates in compliance with Mexico’s Federal Law on the Protection of Personal Data Held by Private Parties (LFPDPPP), which became effective on March 21, 2025. The LFPDPPP replaces the previous 2010 framework and introduces strengthened obligations regarding consent, transparency, and accountability for personal data processing.

Regulatory Authority: As of March 21, 2025, the Secretariat of Anti-Corruption and Good Governance (SABG) has assumed responsibility for enforcement and oversight, replacing the dissolved National Institute of Transparency, Access to Information, and Protection of Personal Data (INAI).

Your ARCO Rights Under LFPDPPP:

• Acceso (Access): Right to access your personal data held by this Website
• Rectificación (Rectification): Right to correct inaccurate or incomplete personal data
• Cancelación (Cancellation): Right to request deletion of your personal data
• Oposición (Opposition): Right to object to processing of your personal data

To exercise your ARCO rights, contact: lebz.sap@gmail.com with your request clearly stating which right you wish to exercise. Response will be provided within 20 business days per LFPDPPP requirements.

Scope & Application: This Website complies with LFPDPPP for all users accessing the site from Mexico or providing personal data of Mexican residents. The law applies to private individuals and legal entities engaged in data processing for commercial purposes, businesses operating in Mexico or offering goods/services to Mexican individuals, and foreign companies processing data of Mexican residents.

GDPR, CCPA, LGPD, PIPEDA Compliance

This Website also complies with data protection laws in other jurisdictions (GDPR for EU, CCPA for California, LGPD for Brazil, PIPEDA for Canada) as described in our Privacy Policy and Cookies Policy.

3. Intellectual Property Rights & Copyrights

Website Content Ownership

All original content, text, articles, case studies, technical documentation, designs, graphics, images, and multimedia materials created and published by Luis Enrique Bernal on luisenriquebernal.com (collectively, “Original Content”) are protected by international copyright laws and are the exclusive intellectual property of Luis Enrique Bernal.

© 2024-2026 Luis Enrique Bernal. All Rights Reserved.

You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and view the Original Content for personal, non-commercial educational purposes only. Any reproduction, modification, distribution, transmission, publication, or other use of the Original Content without prior written consent from Luis Enrique Bernal is strictly prohibited and may result in civil and criminal liability.

Third-Party Content & Fair Use

This Website contains references to case studies, project examples, technical methodologies, and business scenarios that involve third-party companies, products, services, and technologies. These references are provided for educational and informational purposes only and constitute fair use under international copyright and intellectual property laws.

Important Clarification: References to third-party entities, organizations, and their products/services do NOT imply endorsement by those parties, affiliation with those parties, or that Luis Enrique Bernal is an official representative, authorized reseller, or partner of those parties. All such references are educational citations of real-world experience and knowledge.

4. Third-Party Intellectual Property Rights

SAP & SAP Products

SAP, S/4HANA, SAP Activate, SAP SuccessFactors, SAP Analytics Cloud, SAP Fiori, SAP ECC, SAP HANA, and all other SAP product names, logos, and marks are either trademarks or registered trademarks of SAP SE or its subsidiaries in Germany and other countries.

Luis Enrique Bernal is an independent SAP Finance consultant and holds a valid SAP Certification (SAP Certified Application Professional – Financials in SAP S/4HANA). References to SAP products and solutions on this Website are made for educational and professional context only and do not constitute an official SAP endorsement, partnership, or affiliation.

SAP SE Disclaimer: This Website is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or otherwise associated with SAP SE or any of its subsidiaries. SAP SE does not endorse or guarantee the accuracy of any information, opinions, or recommendations contained herein.

Other Technology & Enterprise Software Trademarks

References to other enterprise technology providers, software vendors, and their products (including but not limited to Oracle, Microsoft, IBM, Salesforce, Adobe, Google, Amazon, Workday, and others) are made solely for informational and educational purposes. These references do not imply endorsement, partnership, affiliation, or authorization by those respective companies.

All product names, logos, marks, and trademarks mentioned are the exclusive property of their respective owners. Use of these names on this Website is for reference and educational context only.

Industry & Professional Organizations

References to industry standards, certifications, methodologies (e.g., SAP Activate, Agile, Scrum, ITIL, COBIT), and professional organizations are for educational context only and do not imply official endorsement or affiliation.

5. Case Studies & Project References

Anonymization & Confidentiality

Case studies, project examples, and business scenarios published on this Website that reference real organizations, companies, or situations have been appropriately anonymized, modified, or generalized to protect confidentiality, trade secrets, and proprietary business information. Specific company names, financial figures, and identifying details have been altered or omitted to comply with non-disclosure agreements and professional ethics standards.

No Endorsement Implied: References to organizations (whether named or anonymized) do not imply endorsement of Luis Enrique Bernal’s work by those organizations. Inclusion of company information is for educational and portfolio purposes only.

Accuracy of Information

While Luis Enrique Bernal endeavors to provide accurate information based on professional experience, technical knowledge, and published sources, no guarantee is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of any information contained in case studies or project examples. Business situations, technical configurations, and outcomes may vary significantly based on organizational context, project scope, and implementation approach.

6. No Professional Advice Disclaimer

7. Limitation of Liability

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, LUIS ENRIQUE BERNAL SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO:

• Your use of or inability to use the Website or any content therein
• Reliance upon or use of any information, opinions, or recommendations on the Website
• Technical errors, website downtime, or service interruptions
• Loss of business, revenue, profits, data, or opportunities
• Third-party claims, actions, or demands
• Breach of confidentiality or privacy
• Unauthorized access or use of Website content

Limitation on Total Liability: In jurisdictions that permit limitation of liability, Luis Enrique Bernal’s total liability to you for any and all claims arising from your use of the Website shall not exceed USD $100, or the maximum amount permitted by applicable law, whichever is lower.

8. Mexico-Specific Liability & Penalties

LFPDPPP Non-Compliance: Non-compliance with the LFPDPPP may result in fines up to approximately MXN 53 million (around USD 3 million), criminal liability for unlawful processing of sensitive personal data, and reputational damage. However, this Website operates in full compliance with LFPDPPP requirements, and Luis Enrique Bernal has implemented appropriate security measures, privacy notices, and consent mechanisms.

Criminal Liability (Mexico): Articles 67-69 of the LFPDPPP impose imprisonment of 3 months to 3 years for individuals responsible for a security breach in databases they manage, extending to 6 months to 5 years for those who deceitfully process personal data for unlawful gain. This Website complies fully with all security and confidentiality obligations under these provisions.

Data Controller Accountability: Luis Enrique Bernal, as the data controller for this Website, is directly responsible for compliance with LFPDPPP. The law has expanded to include data processors, meaning that anyone involved in processing personal data bears direct legal responsibility, and this Website ensures all third-party processors comply with equivalent standards.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Luis Enrique Bernal from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from or related to:

• Your use of the Website or content therein
• Your violation of this disclaimer or any applicable law
• Your infringement or violation of third-party intellectual property rights
• Any claims that your use of the Website causes harm to a third party
• Your violation of any confidentiality, non-disclosure, or employment agreement

10. Technical Expertise & Professional Credentials

Certification & Qualifications

Luis Enrique Bernal holds a valid SAP Certified Application Professional – Financials in SAP S/4HANA credential issued by SAP SE. This certification demonstrates competency in SAP Finance module implementation and configuration.

Additional qualifications include a BSc in Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering, Masters in Finance (in progress), and specialized training in project management, strategic management, and enterprise transformation methodologies.

Professional Experience

Professional experience referenced on this Website (23+ years, 27+ full-cycle SAP programs, engagement with multiple Fortune 500 organizations) is based on Luis Enrique Bernal’s personal professional history and documented work. Specific project details, company names, financial figures, and business outcomes have been modified or anonymized as necessary to protect confidential business information and comply with non-disclosure agreements.

Experience is shared for educational and portfolio demonstration purposes only. Past project outcomes do not guarantee or imply similar outcomes for future engagements.

11. Non-Affiliation & Non-Endorsement Statements

SAP SE

Luis Enrique Bernal is an independent consultant and is NOT an official employee, authorized representative, reseller, or partner of SAP SE. While Luis Enrique Bernal holds valid SAP certification and possesses deep SAP expertise, all consulting work is conducted independently. This Website is not endorsed by, affiliated with, or sponsored by SAP SE.

Other Technology Companies

Luis Enrique Bernal is not an official representative, partner, reseller, or affiliated consultant of Microsoft, Oracle, IBM, Salesforce, Workday, Adobe, Google, Amazon, or any other technology company mentioned on this Website. References to these companies’ products are for informational and educational purposes only.

Clients & Organizations

Past client relationships, project engagements, and organizational affiliations are mentioned for portfolio and experience demonstration purposes only. References to past clients do not constitute endorsement by those organizations of Luis Enrique Bernal’s current services or opinions expressed on this Website.

12. Copyright & Trademark Fair Use

This Website contains references to copyrighted materials, trademarked names, and proprietary methodologies belonging to third parties. These references are made under the doctrine of fair use as defined by international copyright law (including Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act, Article 5 of the EU Copyright Directive, and equivalent provisions in other jurisdictions) and are used for:

• Educational and informational purposes
• Commentary, criticism, and analysis
• Transformative works that add original value
• Case study and portfolio demonstration
• Professional context and industry knowledge

Fair use does not require permission from the copyright or trademark holder. However, if you believe any content on this Website violates intellectual property rights, please contact Luis Enrique Bernal immediately with details of the alleged infringement, and appropriate action will be taken.

13. Privacy & Data Protection

This Website does not collect personal data through standard browsing. However, if you contact Luis Enrique Bernal through contact forms, email, scheduling tools, or other communication channels, your personal data will be collected and processed according to applicable privacy laws, including LFPDPPP (Mexico), GDPR (European Union), CCPA (California), PIPEDA (Canada), LGPD (Brazil), and equivalent privacy regulations in other jurisdictions.

Your personal data will NOT be: Sold, rented, or transferred to third parties without your explicit consent; shared with unrelated companies; used for marketing purposes outside the scope of your inquiry; stored longer than necessary.

Your personal data WILL be: Protected with industry-standard security measures; processed only for the purpose of responding to your inquiry; retained only as long as necessary; deleted upon request or after applicable retention periods under LFPDPPP.

14. External Links & Third-Party Content

This Website may contain links to external websites, resources, articles, or content not operated by Luis Enrique Bernal. These links are provided for convenience and reference only. Luis Enrique Bernal is not responsible for the accuracy, completeness, availability, or legality of any external content linked from this Website.

No Endorsement: Inclusion of a link does not imply endorsement of the linked website, its content, or the organization operating it.

15. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

This disclaimer is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Mexico, where Luis Enrique Bernal is domiciled and operates, without regard to conflict of law principles. The applicable legal framework includes the LFPDPPP 2025 for data protection matters and the Secretariat of Anti-Corruption and Good Governance (SABG) as the regulatory authority for Mexico.

Jurisdiction-Specific Protections:

• 🇲🇽 Mexico: Disputes governed by Mexican law; SABG oversight for data protection matters; specialized federal courts for data protection litigation
• 🇪🇺 European Union: Users entitled to protections under GDPR and EU consumer law
• 🇺🇸 California: Users entitled to protections under CCPA and California consumer law
• 🇧🇷 Brazil: Users entitled to protections under LGPD
• 🇨🇦 Canada: Users entitled to protections under PIPEDA and Canadian consumer law

Dispute Resolution: Any disputes arising from this Website or its content shall be resolved through good-faith negotiation, mediation, or, if necessary, through the courts of Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico. However, if local law prohibits enforcement of this venue clause, disputes may be resolved through applicable local courts.

16. Modification of Disclaimer

Luis Enrique Bernal reserves the right to modify this disclaimer at any time without prior notice. Modifications will be effective immediately upon posting to the Website. Modifications must comply with LFPDPPP requirements for privacy notices and data controller transparency. Continued use of the Website following any modifications constitutes your acknowledgment and acceptance of the updated disclaimer. It is your responsibility to review this disclaimer periodically for changes.

17. Entire Agreement

This disclaimer, together with any other legal notices and terms of use published on the Website, constitutes the entire agreement between you and Luis Enrique Bernal regarding your use of the Website and supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, and agreements, whether written or oral.

18. Severability

If any provision of this disclaimer is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable, or if not possible, shall be severed. The remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

19. Contact Information for Legal Notices

20. Acknowledgment & Acceptance

By accessing and using this Website, you acknowledge that you have:

If you do not agree to any portion of this disclaimer, you must discontinue use of this Website immediately.

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This Legal Disclaimer is provided in English and Spanish (available upon request) and may be translated into other languages for accessibility purposes. In the event of any discrepancy between the English version and any translation, the English version shall prevail and be deemed the authoritative version.

LFPDPPP Compliance Statement: This Website and this disclaimer are designed to comply with Mexico’s Federal Law on the Protection of Personal Data Held by Private Parties (LFPDPPP), effective March 21, 2025, as enforced by the Secretariat of Anti-Corruption and Good Governance (SABG).

Last Updated: April 28, 2026