Enterprise deals come with enterprise expectations—longer cycles, deeper legal scrutiny, and custom terms that can’t always be addressed with standard templates. One of the most common complexities in these high-value contracts is the introduction of a third-party Master Service Agreement

In modern sales, speed matters. But too often, the moment a deal reaches the contracting phase, everything slows to a crawl. Manual handoffs, lost emails, bottlenecked approvals, and redlines stuck in limbo all lead to the same result: stalled revenue.

Docusign at the Forefront of CLM As 2025 draws to a close, the landscape of contract lifecycle management (CLM) has advanced further than many predicted just a few years ago. At the forefront of this evolution stands Docusign CLM, whose

As 2025 winds down, organizations across industries are reflecting on performance, optimizing budgets, and preparing for the road ahead. But amidst the usual year-end reporting and strategic planning, one critical system often gets overlooked: Your Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) solution.

Over the last two decades, we’ve seen dramatic shifts in how companies approach contracts. What began as a paper-based, back-office task has evolved into a digital workflow—faster, more compliant, and more auditable. And yet, for all the advances in eSignature

For most businesses, contract execution marks the finish line. The ink dries, the document is archived, and the deal is done. But what if your most valuable contract data is still buried—and untouched? Finalizing a contract isn’t just about getting

Contracts don’t just help close deals—they hold the terms, obligations, and revenue triggers that define your customer relationships. But too often, those insights are trapped in static PDFs, buried in folders, and invisible to the teams that need them. What

With the upcoming release of Navigator AI for DocuSign CLM, organizations will soon be able to search, analyze, and act on agreement data with a level of intelligence and speed that simply wasn’t possible before. This launch is more than a

Modernizing agreement management as a foundation for operational integrity in the public sector. In government, transparency isn’t an add-on—it’s a baseline expectation. Public agencies aren’t just responsible for service delivery. They’re stewards of public trust. And in a time when

Marshfield Consulting’s CLM Journey from Expert Advice to Internal Application As a Docusign Platinum Partner and enterprise CLM consultancy, Marshfield Consulting has helped hundreds of companies design and implement scalable contract lifecycle management systems. Our founder and CEO, Scott Brooks,

In many organizations, agreements are treated as routine: check-the-box documents to secure a deal, place an order, or fulfill a compliance need. Once signed, they’re archived, forgotten until something goes wrong. But this approach misses the full picture. Far from

For organizations subject to frequent audits—whether internal, external, or regulatory—the ability to respond quickly and completely is no longer optional. Delays in locating contract terms, approvals, or documentation can raise concerns and cause unnecessary exposure. That’s why many companies are

How integrating CLM solutions with enterprise platforms like Salesforce, SAP, and Microsoft Dynamics drives cross-functional alignment and efficiency. Many organizations struggle with contract management processes that operate in isolation from other business functions. These siloed systems lead to inefficiencies, misaligned

Managing contracts effectively is essential for any organization. It influences legal obligations, procurement, revenue, and risk. Traditionally, most attention has been given to drafting and negotiation. However, what happens after an agreement is signed is just as important—if not more—when

Contract Lifecycle Management: A Comprehensive Guide by Marshfield Consulting Efficient contract management is critical for organizational success, yet many businesses continue to rely on outdated, manual processes that hinder growth and expose them to unnecessary risks. Marshfield Consulting is dedicated

Contracts play a fundamental role in an organization’s financial health, shaping revenue, controlling costs, and managing risk. Despite their significance, contract management often receives less attention and investment than other business functions. Many organizations continue to rely on outdated processes,

NOTE: This is the sixth and final article in this series. Start here if you missed the previous articles: CLM Health Check Pillar 1.  Marshfield’s CLM Health Check service, a systemized, holistic evaluation to identify inefficiencies, gaps, and improvement opportunities,

NOTE: This is the fifth article in this series. Start here if you missed the previous articles in the series: CLM Health Check Pillar 1.  Marshfield’s CLM Health Check service, a systemized, holistic evaluation to identify inefficiencies, gaps, and improvement

NOTE: This is the fourth article in this series. Start here if you missed the previous articles in the series: CLM Health Check Pillar 1.  Marshfield’s CLM Health Check service, a systemized, holistic evaluation to identify inefficiencies, gaps, and improvement

NOTE: This is the third article in this series. Start here if you missed the previous articles in the series: CLM Health Check Pillar 1.  Marshfield’s CLM Health Check service, a systemized, holistic evaluation to identify inefficiencies, gaps, and improvement

How Marshfield Consulting Uses CLM to Solve Our Own Business Challenges We believe in the power of Contract Lifecycle Management to deliver tremendous business value, solve problems, and increase efficiency internally—in short, doing for ourselves what we do for our

NOTE: This is the second article in this series. Here is the first article in the series: CLM Health Check Pillar 1.  Marshfield’s CLM Health Check service, a systemized, holistic evaluation to identify inefficiencies, gaps, and improvement opportunities, is designed

Every business, regardless of industry, manages contracts and agreements.  As we introduce the basics of Contract Lifecycle Management in this blog, we encourage you to keep the following questions in mind: How many tools are you currently using to get