The Howdy Glossary

DocuSign CLM, formerly known as SpringCM, is a cloud-based platform that facilitates comprehensive contract lifecycle management (CLM) through all stages of an agreement's lifecycle. Originally focused on tasks like contract generation, negotiation, approval workflows, and compliance tracking post-execution, SpringCM integrated with e-signature solutions to enhance document management. After its acquisition by DocuSign in 2020, it became part of the broader DocuSign product suite, further enhancing its capabilities to manage contracts efficiently.

SpringCM was founded by a team of software developers and entrepreneurs aiming to create efficient contract and document management solutions for businesses. Over time, SpringCM evolved into DocuSign CLM within the DocuSign portfolio. The transition brought additional features such as robust contract lifecycle management capabilities and integration with e-signature solutions into the platform. This evolution aligned with DocuSign’s vision of providing end-to-end agreement management tools within a secure cloud environment.

DocuSign CLM operates in a competitive landscape against other notable solutions like Conga Contracts, Icertis, Ariba Contract Management, and Agiloft Contract Management Suite. It distinguishes itself through seamless integration with the broader DocuSign product suite offering comprehensive end-to-end solutions for managing contracts and agreements including generation support, negotiation workflows, compliance tracking post-execution along with e-signatures. The platform's user-friendly interface combined with its secure cloud-based infrastructure makes it accessible for various business departments such as legal teams, procurement officers among others aiming to streamline their contract processes efficiently.