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SMART KPIs for business success

Measurable contract management Contract Management KPIs Contract management KPIs should be specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and timely (SMART). Since industries, processes, and contracts are unique, KPIs will vary, but it’s
Technology

Automate contract management with AI

VISDOM AI for innovative contract management What is VISDOM AI?  VISDOM contract artificial intelligence (AI) is an innovative new feature of Four’s Contract Insight Contract Management Software. It simplifies contract
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Implement two-factor authentication in your business

Weak passwords are a reality in both business and personal life. Password exploits are the preferred method for hackers to breach both corporate and private systems today, with thousands of
Security

How to keep your data safe while travelling

Despite the rise of easy video conferencing, there are times in business when only face-to-face meetings will do. But when you’re travelling on business, you still need access to your
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How to securely store contracts in the cloud

These days, data protection (UK) or data privacy (US) is so important it even has its own day. January 28th, I’ve only just found out about it or you’d have
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Biggest tech mistakes 2018

Four lessons for your business from 2018’s tech scandals 2018 was a difficult year for tech companies. From the fallout Facebook faced in the Cambridge Analytica disaster to Elon Musk’s
Business

How to deal with a toxic boss

Great bosses can help employees grow and thrive in the office. Bad bosses, on the other hand, can singlehandedly create a toxic work environment that can affect you long after
Business

The art of successful negotiation

The art of successful negotiation means paying close attention to detail – especially when it comes to legal agreements. The tighter and clearer the language, the less likely that disputes
Business

How to motivate employees by leadership

Management figures in all industries face a constant challenge to motivate employees. The reality of the working world is that not all employee tasks will immediately inspire enthusiasm. A management
Business

Four steps to improve your business practices

Continual improvement of business practices is critical for any ambitious enterprise. Adhering to a four-part management method makes the process simpler and the results more consistent. These steps, known collectively
Business

How to win customers and beat your competition

Competition for customers is tough in every industry, so you need to take advantage of all available opportunities when growing your business. Your competitors will almost certainly have some dissatisfied
Business

Four steps to beat international trademark protection

You’ve been in business for a number of years and now you’re finally ready to make the move toward globalisation. You’re actively searching for opportunities to do business overseas, when