Pillar Guide15 min read
The Complete Guide to Vendor Contract Management (2026)
Everything SMBs need to know about vendor contract management: what it is, key components, best practices, tools, and common pitfalls.
Vendor Management Insights
Practical guides on vendor contract management, preventing missed renewals, GDPR compliance, and building lean ops processes.
Comparison10 min read
Best Vendor Management Software for Small Business in 2026
Comparing the top vendor management tools for SMBs and startups. Features, pricing, and who each tool is best for.
Guide9 min read
Contract Renewal Management: A Step-by-Step Guide
A complete guide to contract renewal management: the 5-stage renewal lifecycle, negotiation tactics, and how to automate the process.
Best Practices8 min read
Vendor Management Best Practices for Operations Teams
10 vendor management best practices that lean operations teams use to stay on top of contracts, renewals, and compliance without enterprise complexity.
Compliance8 min read
GDPR Compliance and Vendor Management: What You Need to Know
GDPR requires companies to track which vendors process personal data, maintain signed DPAs, and document data flows. Here's how to stay compliant.
Comparison7 min read
Vendorm8 vs Cledara: Which Is Right for Your Team?
Side-by-side comparison of Vendorm8 and Cledara — features, pricing, and which tool is better for vendor contract management vs SaaS spend management.
How-To7 min read
How to Track Vendor Contracts Without Spreadsheets
Spreadsheets fail at vendor contract tracking. Learn the 5 biggest gaps and how purpose-built vendor management software solves them for lean teams.
Strategy6 min read
The True Cost of a Missed Contract Renewal (And How to Prevent It)
Missed contract renewals cost businesses thousands every year. Here's how to calculate your risk and prevent surprise auto-renewals.
Compliance6 min read
EU Vendor Management Software: Why Data Residency Matters
Why EU companies should choose EU-hosted vendor management software. GDPR data residency requirements and what to look for.
Strategy6 min read
Startup Vendor Management: How to Stay Organized as You Scale
Vendor management for startups: what to track, when to move beyond spreadsheets, and how to set up a system that scales from 10 to 100+ vendors.
Checklist5 min read
Vendor Contract Checklist: What to Include in Every Contract
A practical vendor contract checklist covering essential terms, renewal clauses, GDPR compliance requirements, and what to record after signing.
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