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Learn the Contract Management Basics

Not sure what exactly goes into an NDA, MSA, Indemnity agreement, and more? Learn the contracting  basics here. Or check out the latest technologies used in contract management, and how industry trends may impact your contracts with Learn CLM

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Breaching a contract
April 28, 2025

What Is a Breach of Contract?

A breach of contract occurs when one party fails to fulfill their obligations in an agreement. Common types include material, minor, anticipatory, and actual breaches. Learn what causes breaches and how to prevent them by creating clear contracts, maintaining communication, and documenting all agreements.
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April 25, 2025

What Is a Cost-Plus Contract?

Discover the ins and outs of cost-plus contracts. Learn how they work, their advantages and disadvantages, and when they're best suited. Get expert tips on managing cost-plus contracts effectively using contract management software.
Fixed-price contract graphic
April 25, 2025

What Is a Fixed-Price Contract?

Learn everything about fixed-price contracts, including how they work, their key features, types, and common terms. Discover when they're ideal to use and how contract management software can help
April 25, 2025

The Importance of AI in Contract Management

Discover how AI contract management software streamlines workflows, reduces risk, and boosts compliance for smarter, faster contracting. These systems can automate repetitive tasks, reduce errors, and provide insights that can help businesses make informed decisions. 
April 25, 2025

What Is a Licensing Agreement?

A licensing agreement is a type of contract in which an IP owner, also known as the licensor, grants another party permission to use their intellectual property under specific terms. This IP can encompass patents, trademarks, copyrights, trade secrets, or even business methodologies. Learn about the types of IP it covers, standard terms and the benefits it provides.
Indemnification clause in contracts
April 24, 2025

What Is an Indemnification Agreement?

The indemnification clause is a standard provision in most commercial contracts. They serve as a critical tool for risk allocation between parties. Learn why it is one of the most commonly negotiated terms of a contract.
April 10, 2025

What Is a Contract of Adhesion?

An adhesion contract is a legally binding agreement between two parties where one party has significantly more power than the other in setting the terms. It is also known as a "standard form contract" or "boilerplate contract." Keep reading to explore what an adhesion contract is, along with its advantages, possible disadvantages, and how it's treated under the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC).