The roles and responsibilities of parties to a contract have evolved significantly over the eras of business relations. With the advent of innovative technology and the increasing complexity of business transactions, organizations must adapt to these changes and ensure that their contracts are well-managed and executed efficiently. In this blog post, we will explore the evolving roles and responsibilities of parties to a contract and introduce a comprehensive solution for managing contracts and party relations in the digital age.
Parties to a Contract: Evolving Roles & Responsibilities
By Sean Heck on 06/18/24
The 8 Stages of the Contract Lifecycle
By Jamie Reedy on 05/20/24
Contracts are legally binding - and thus need to be executed properly. Legal teams should equip themselves with a thorough understanding of the contract lifecycle management process. The contract lifecycle is the process under which a contract is authored, reviewed, sent for signature, executed, and - potentially - renewed.
The "lifecycle" is an archetype used to compartmentalize and understand a contract's complex evolution. The lifecycle begins with contract requests and concludes when these requests are fulfilled - with the possibility of managing contract renewal. Let's further explore the eight stages of the contract lifecycle below and how digital contract management software can help streamline your contracting processes.
What is Contract Lifecycle Management?
By Sean Heck on 03/15/24
Organizations of all sizes face the need to juggle multiple digital contracts simultaneously, with each contract being at a different stage of the contract lifecycle. Leading contract management software saves time, reduces risks, improves productivity, and maximizes a contract's value. But what is CLM (contract lifecycle management)? Read on to find out!
What Type of Negotiation Style is Best for Union Negotiations?
By Sean Heck on 11/14/23
Union negotiations are critical for maintaining a harmonious work environment and ensuring operational continuity. Still, they are fraught with challenges. From understanding the nuanced demands of union representatives to managing extensive contractual obligations, the stakes are quite high. Organizations frequently grapple with finding the optimal negotiation style that balances assertiveness with diplomacy and efficiency with comprehensiveness. In these challenging situations, having the right strategies and tools becomes paramount.
As such - in this blog - let's explore various negotiation styles suited for union negotiations, identify common pain points, and demonstrate how leveraging the best tactics can streamline these complex processes. The right approaches can lead to more effective and amicable outcomes, and unions can receive what they deserve.