How long does it take you to retrieve a contract from your company’s database? Do you know specifically where to access each piece of contract information? A good contract management system acts as both a repository and contract management tool. So in this article, we’ll introduce why you need a contract repository, how it benefits …
Of all the teams in a business, the procurement team is often the one using contract management software the most. Contract management in procurement is critical, because the contracts that procurement teams manage are often the foundation of the company. If you’ve ever been in a procurement role, then you know how important it is …
Every contract has its associated risks, and although no risks can ever be 100% eliminated, there are various ways to protect and mitigate against potential risks. This week, will be sharing a simple risk management framework and some best practices in risk mitigation. What Is Contract Risk? Contract risks are generally associated with two issues: …
Want to be an expert in negotiating on your contract terms? Contract negotiation is the process of coming to an agreement on a specific set of terms between two or more parties. This includes the obligations each party must fulfil once agreed in writing and signed. It can be tempting to rush through the contract …
Finding the right contract support software for small businesses or nonprofits does not have to be a difficult or painful process. Although some companies offer complex packages with features that no small business needs, here at Contract Hound, we offer simple contract management software to fulfill this market. In this post, we will outline the …
Your contract closeout process can be simple or complex depending on the contract attributes such as contract type (cost reimbursement, fixed price, etc.), period of performance, type of contracted work, etc. In this post, we’ll introduce our best practice guide and a quick checklist for contract closeouts, which you should observe to effectively minimize your …
A contractor should never sign a contract without understanding and negotiating its key terms. In this week’s post, we will be sharing with you some best practices all signatories should observe when it comes to contract signing, whatever industry you’re in. Why Do Contracts Need To Be Signed? Contracts become legally binding and formal only …
Every business that wants to scale its operations needs to implement efficient contract administration and management processes. As a result, it becomes a full-time responsibility for employees, who are termed as “contract administrators”. Contract Administration is the management of contracts in general. It has the potential to impact all aspects of your business and you …
Temporary contracts are normally a form of employment contract. Each temporary employment contract has an end date to take note of for renewal or termination. They are often more flexible than permanent contracts, because temporary contracts include fixed end dates that can be renegotiated by both the employer and the contractor. But here also lies …
Contracts act as a legally binding agreement between parties – they ensure adequate compensation after the fulfilment of contract obligations. With so many agreements needing a contractual base, there are many different contract types used across several industries – but for the majority of commercial contracts we encounter in our clients’ day-to-day business, contracts are …