The Fundamentals of Effective Contract Management

Ineffective contract management exposes organisations to financial loss, compliance failures, and operational delays. This guide explains how structured contract lifecycle management (CLM) improves visibility, reduces risk, and drives measurable business value.

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Leah’s The Fundamentals of Effective Contract Management provides a practical framework for building a structured, technology-enabled CLM approach.

Inside this guide, you’ll explore:

  • The financial, legal, and reputational risks of poor contract management
  • The six primary stages of the contract lifecycle and how to optimise each step
  • How finance, legal, procurement, and sales contribute to effective contract governance
  • How AI enhances contract review, negotiation, risk identification, and reporting
  • A practical ROI model showing how CLM can deliver 10–20x return on investment
  • A detailed CLM evaluation checklist covering workflow, repository, reporting, integrations, AI, and implementation

Move from reactive contract administration to proactive lifecycle management. Download the guide to strengthen control, improve collaboration, and unlock contract-driven value.

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Full table of contents

The Risks of Ineffective Contract Management

The Business Case for Structured CLM

The Six Primary Stages of the Contract Lifecycle

Departmental Roles in Contract Governance

AI-Enabled Contract Management

Measuring ROI from CLM Investment

Selecting and Implementing the Right CLM System

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