CobbleStone Software Blog Recap for March 2025

Did you remember to read all of our blog posts from March? Don't worry; we have outlined each of them for you. Stay up-to-date with industry topics, real-world case studies, and contract management software and procurement best practices in April by reading the latest CobbleStone^® content.

What Are the Four Components of Contract Management?

Managing contracts and maintaining contract process efficiency can be challenging—especially without an understanding of contract lifecycle management and the proper functionality to succeed. In fact, 25 percent of contract management professionals we asked don't have a dedicated contract management system. It's crucial to enter into a contract with a clear-cut strategy and the best contract management tools for the job. So, what are the four components of contract management? Let's find out!

Gov't Cuts? CobbleStone CLM Offers State/Local Aid

2025 seems to be a year of federal downsizing, and there seems to be more to come. In this environment, state and local governments are likely to continue facing increased pressure to do more with less. Budget constraints are forcing agencies to adjust their spending while retaining and maximizing efficiency. To that end, CobbleStone Software recognizes state and local governments' challenges and is committed to providing contract management and eProcurement solutions while easing the burden of federal budget cuts.

FOIA Requests Made Simple with Contract Public Access Portal

Since 1967, the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) has preserved the public's right to request access to US Federal Agency contract records and data; the government of the United States is required to disclose federal agency records, including commercial or financial information. Learn about the Freedom of Information Act and how a public access portal for FOIA government contracts - coupled with the far-reaching power of leading-edge contract management software - can streamline requests for FOIA contracts.

What Is Contract Management Software for Government Contractors?

Contract management for government contractors demands meticulous attention to detail and leaves much risk of error. These contractors work with an almost endless supply of different government agencies. Different levels of government contract complexity and various strict regulatory requirements inherent to these agreements can become overwhelming quickly. Until now! In today's environment, contract management software for government contractors makes everything more straightforward and less intimidating.

The 5 Goals of Contract Management

What is the goal of contract management? This question is essential for legal operations professionals to ask themselves when forming their approaches to better governance over processes. This post will outline the five key goals of contract management. Understanding these goals is the first step to optimizing contract processes and driving better business outcomes.

What Is the Difference Between Legal Tech and Law Tech?

Legal tech and law tech may sound like virtually indistinguishable terms at first. However, there are key differences pertaining to whom each technology type is for, how each technology supports its target users, and which functionality is included. To that end, we will explore the differences between legal tech and law tech in this blog post.