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Ed Breault

7 Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) Best Practices

Contracts are the foundation of business. They define every dollar coming in and going out of your organization. Yet for many companies, contract management remains a cumbersome, disjointed process that exposes them to unnecessary risk, delays, and value leakage. Implementing contract lifecycle management best practices is critical to overcoming these challenges and transforming contracts into

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Ed Breault

SaaS Contract Management Software: A Comprehensive Overview

With the SaaS industry expanding by approximately 500% in the past seven years, SaaS contracts have become the lifeblood of modern business operations. These agreements govern everything from pricing and service levels to data privacy and security. Poorly managed contracts can lead to significant financial losses for organizations. According to research by World Commerce &

Colin Levy

Contracting Process – How Can CLM & AI Streamline Workflows

In today’s fast-paced business environment, efficient contract management is crucial for organizations of all sizes. The contract lifecycle management process has become an essential component of successful business operations, helping companies streamline their workflows and improve overall efficiency. This article will delve into the intricacies of the contracting process, explore the stages of contract management,

Enterprise Business Intelligence Software
Jonnie Castorino

Enterprise Business Intelligence Software – Gain Insight Using CLM

Contract management teams are under increasing pressure to deliver insights that drive strategic decisions and improve bottom-line results. This is where contract business intelligence comes in. By leveraging the power of enterprise BI solutions, contract management professionals can unlock the full potential of their contract data, gaining unprecedented visibility into risks, opportunities, and performance. Enterprise

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Colin Levy

Clause Library – Ensure Compliance & Streamline Your Workflow

A contract clause library is a centralized repository of pre-approved, standardized clauses and provisions that can be easily incorporated into contracts. By leveraging a library of common contract clauses, organizations can significantly reduce the time and effort required to draft, review, and execute agreements. With a well-structured library, you can ensure that every contract adheres

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Lizzy Painter

Obligation Management – How to Leverage CLM to Manage Obligations?

Contracts form the foundation of virtually all commercial relationships. These agreements define the terms, conditions, and most importantly, the obligations each party must fulfill. Effective management of these contractual obligations is crucial for organizations to mitigate risks, maintain compliance, and ensure the smooth execution of business operations. However, keeping track of the numerous obligations scattered

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Lizzy Painter

Healthcare Contract Management – Streamline & Automate with CLM

Private and corporate agreements are always significant, but there is a special category of contracts where errors can be especially costly – a single mistake can even cost lives. Healthcare contract management deals with contracts that individuals enter into with healthcare providers and insurers, but also with documents that govern the processes between different providers. 

Malbek Announces Inaugural In-Person User Conference, Envision 2024 Featuring Packed Agenda and Star Keynote, Kenny Aronoff
Lizzy Painter

Malbek Announces Inaugural In-Person User Conference, Envision 2024 Featuring Packed Agenda and Star Keynote, Kenny Aronoff

Maximizing CLM with a multi-track agenda designed for incredible learning, product innovations, and a growing community in the heart of Nashville Nashville, TN, July 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSIRE)— Malbek, a leading provider of contract lifecycle management (CLM) solutions, is thrilled to announce its annual user conference, Malbek Envision, to be held October 9-11, 2024, at

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Jonnie Castorino

What is an Enterprise Contract Management System?

While even managing a single agreement can become a complex task, the operations of Fortune 1000 companies are governed by an average of 20-40 thousand contracts. It is easy to see why modern enterprise contract management systems are needed – they help avoid forgotten clauses, unbilled revenue, and increased prices and provide a common ground