Modification . Except for increases in Base Salary, and adjustments with respect to Incentive Compensation, made as provided in Article II , this Agreement may be amended at any time only by mutual written agreement of the Executive and the Company; provided, however , that, notwithstanding any other provision of this Agreement or the Plans (or any award documents under the Plans), the Company may reform this Agreement, the Plans (or any award documents under the Plans) or any provision thereof (including, without limitation, an amendment instituting a six-month waiting period before a distribution) or otherwise as contemplated by Section 7.16 below.