Malbek Announces Name Change to Merlot Amid a Shift in Global Taste

CLM solution seeks to rebottle the future of contract management in response to an evolving palate

Princeton, NJ, April 1, 2022– Malbek, an award-winning contract lifecycle management (CLM) solution, has announced its name change to Merlot in reaction to a shift in global wine preferences.

The signs of Spring are all around us! Trees blossoming, flowers blooming, pollen making me sneeze 24/7. Spring has really sprung!  Don't get me wrong. The daffodils look great, but G2's Spring badge recipient announcement is my favorite sign of Spring.

And this year, there's an extra reason to celebrate! In addition to our repeat badges, we are the recipients of three new badges to add to our belt. Let's hop in!

Happy International Women's Day! This is a day to celebrate the accomplishments, importance, and achievements of women. The women of Malbek are unlike any other! In every department, whether Sales, HR, Marketing, R&D, or Customer Support, the women of Malbek contribute unique perspectives and accomplishments that give us an edge. 

A contract lifecycle management solution is something that both Procurement and Legal teams need. However, there is often some disconnect between the two business functions. Knowing what features and functions are needed to bring consistency to buy-side contracting is necessary when trying to improve collaboration with Legal.

Lets rumble! For Envision 2021, we brought together five contract experts to tackle the biggest questions in contract management. The debate was intense, flags were thrown, and words did fly! All thanks to our panelists: 

• Steph Corey - Co-founder of UpLevels Ops
• Lucy Bassli - Founder and Principal at InnoLaw Group
• Colin McCarthy - CEO and Founder of Legal Operators 
• Jason Smith - Chair, Corporate Counsel Section of the State Bar of Texas
• Teju Deshpande - Founder and CEO of Oya Solutions

 It was surely the debate of the decade, and something you surely can't miss. Here are the top 5 takeaways: 

Yikes! It's spooky season alright! That means jack-o-lanterns, costumes, and, of course, haunted houses. If you are in the mood for something really scary, step right up and enter our Contract House of Horrors! Here you will find your most terrifying contracting problems come to life.

Boo! 🎃

4 Common Types of Contracts

In the not-so-distant past, business owners often confirmed a deal with a mere handshake. Among some prominent circles, this is still an acceptable way of doing business. Ideally, however, your organization employs the use of contracts to ensure you have the details in writing.

Hooray! Envision 2021, Malbek's user conference, is in one week! If you are attending, expect your October 5th and 6th to be jam-packed with content on contract management best practices, thought leadership, success stories, upcoming new product features, and networking opportunities.

We don't want you to miss out on any of the unique insights that the Malbek community can offer you! So, here is an Envision 2021 attendees' guide for what to expect, where to be, what to do, and more at the Malbek event of the year!