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The Contracting Engine Blog
GTX Legal builds and runs the contracting engine behind high-growth and PE-backed businesses, so agreements move at the speed of business. Get focused tips from our seasoned attorneys here.


[Video] Unlocking Contract Efficiency with Playbooks: A Deep Dive with Zach Griffin
Contract playbooks are a strategic component to the contracting engines we build and run for our PE-backed and high-growth clients. If you feel like you can add efficiency and speed to your contracting process, this video is for you.
3 days ago2 min read


Accelerate Revenue Recognition with Faster Contracting
Your revenue figures are being shaped by how quickly you can execute and perform under your customer agreements. While it may be difficult to speed up performance, many companies can shorten the contract execution timeline. If contracts are executed faster, performance can start earlier and revenue can be recognized sooner.
May 132 min read


What a Contracting Engine Actually Looks Like (And Why You Need One)
What fewer companies have is a clear picture of what an efficient contracting arm actually looks like. At GTX, we call it the contracting engine: a purpose-built operating model that treats legal not as a bottleneck, but as infrastructure. This post breaks down what that actually looks like: the components, what each one does, and how they work together to create the thing high-growth companies need most: speed without sacrificing accountability.
Apr 226 min read


What Contract Bottlenecks Actually Cost Your Business (Beyond Legal Fees)
Companies lose an estimated 9% of annual revenue due to poor contract management. Here's how to change that.
Mar 303 min read


Don’t Miss These 4 Key Terms When Reviewing SaaS License Agreements
Learn which SaaS license agreement terms actually matter. Seasoned portco attorneys share 4 clauses to negotiate to reduce risk without slowing deals down.
Feb 104 min read


Four Ways Contract Playbooks Level-Up Operations & Drive Value
Negotiating contracts without a playbook is like driving to a new destination without GPS or a map – you might eventually get there, but it will be unnecessarily challenging, frustrating, and messy. These days, nobody travels without having their phone’s GPS app handy, so why do so many companies still go into contract negotiations without a “map?”
Oct 29, 20253 min read


The Hidden Trap Potentially Lurking in Your Consequential Damages Waiver
You included a consequential damages waiver in your contract to greatly limit your potential liability. Smart move, right?
Oct 17, 20252 min read


Surprising Risks in Portfolio Company Contracts – Confidentiality Terms
Uncover hidden risks in Portfolio Company Contracts, focusing on termination provisions. Learn strategies to protect your Portfolio Company Contracts.
Aug 25, 20254 min read


Surprising Risks in Portfolio Company Contracts – Termination Provisions
Uncover hidden risks in Portfolio Company Contracts, focusing on termination provisions. Learn strategies to protect your Portfolio Company Contracts.
May 23, 20254 min read


Surprising Risks in Portfolio Company Contracts – Payment Terms
Understanding payment terms, exploring some of the contractual "warts" we sometimes see in this area, and offer a few strategies for...
Feb 7, 20254 min read


Surprising Risks in Portfolio Company Contracts – Limitation of Liability
When purchasing a company, most institutional buyers understand that customer and vendor agreements can present significant issues.
Nov 11, 20243 min read


Surprising Risks in Portfolio Company Contracts – Most Favored Nation Terms
When purchasing a company (the “Target”), most institutional buyers (i.e. PE firms, hedge funds, family offices, etc.) are aware...
Oct 8, 20243 min read


Hotel Agreements – Important Terms to Consider
Have you ever found yourself planning an event at a hotel (maybe for an investor meeting, industry conference, or company holiday party), received the hotel’s long form agreement (with accompanying rules/policies), and wonder “where do I begin and what am I missing?” You are not alone.
Feb 9, 20243 min read
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