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Why Automated Contract Version Control Is a Must-Have

By Sean Heck on 08/14/25

2 min read

CobbleStone Software explains why contract version control is a must-have.

One of the most common pitfalls of contract management is losing track of changes, which can lead to costly errors and legal disputes. This is where a robust system for automated contract version control becomes not just a convenience but a necessity.

Topics: audit trails

Navigating the Jungle of Contract Auditing with CLM Software

By Sean Heck on 05/16/23

3 min read

CobbleStone Software explores contract auditing with CLM software.

Hello, and welcome to the "Jungle of Business Contracts" - where we tame the wild beasts of contract portfolios, deals, counterparties, and internal processes with the shepherd’s crook of legal technology. Today, we are going to embark on an expedition into the dense thicket of contract auditing. By the time we're finished, you'll be navigating this jungle like a panther - agile and confident.

Topics: audit trails Business Process Automation Contract Intelligence

6 Problems Faced in Contract Management (And How To Solve Them)

By Sean Heck on 04/5/22

4 min read

CobbleStone Software explains six problems in contract management and how to solve them.

As contract management is a multi-faceted process with numerous steps and moving parts, it is easy for your organization to face problems. This risk of contract management issues is significantly increased if your organization leverages manual or antiquated contract management tools. To elucidate the CLM hardships you face and encourage growth - here is a list of six problems you might encounter in contract management. After that, we can note how to solve such issues with contract management software.

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6 Reasons Why Contract Management Is Necessary

By Sean Heck on 01/11/22

7 min read

CobbleStone Software presents 6 reasons why contract management is necessary.

Contract management is a process that has been embraced by contract professionals of numerous industries worldwide. But why do organizations need contract management? Read on to discover six reasons why contract management is necessary - and how you can positively transform contract management with user-friendly contract management software.

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