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January 12, 2026

CobbleStone® Predicts 4 Contract Lifecycle Management Trends for 2026

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Preview: CobbleStone Software discusses the trends and strategies that will push contract lifecycle management into 2026 and beyond. PRINCETON, N.J., Jan. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CobbleStone Software, a leader in contract lifecycle management (CLM) solutions, is kicking off the new year...

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strategic
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Sector Impact

The legal & professional services sector will experience a significant shift towards AI-driven automation in contract management. This will require legal professionals to adapt to new technologies, develop AI literacy, and focus on higher-level strategic tasks while AI handles more routine processes.

Analysis Perspective
Executive Perspective

Businesses using CLM systems will experience significant operational improvements through AI-driven contract analysis, negotiation, and risk mitigation. This includes increased efficiency in contract review, reduced legal costs through automated compliance checks, and better strategic decision-making based on AI-powered insights into contract performance. The AI systems will also need ongoing maintenance and training data.

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