Most people usually interested and excited about the signing of the contract without having a full understanding of the contract negotiation process. It is vital to have a clear understanding of what the contract entails before rushing to sign the contracting process. Because many contract disputes arise from a mere failure of proper communication. Therefore, contractual dispute that often arises due to poor communication and understanding of contract process can be reduced by incorporating these simple tips below.
Clearly Identify the Parties to the Contract
The identification of the parties involved in the contract may sound simple but it is very essential when dealing with corporate bodies. Therefore ensure that corporate bodies are accurately and consistently identified all through the contract process.
Proper Execution and Documentation
In order to decrease contract dispute, it is important to make a priority that every aspect of the contract are executed and documented correctly, including attachments as well as project schedule, if possible. Then retain the entire contract processes together in one place, and ensure to save a scanned copy electronically for reference purpose in case of any dispute or argument.
Understand Insurance Entitlement
A good understanding of the entire insurance coverage in a contract to help to limit a whole lot of contract disputes. Thus, take out a good time to read the contract policy as well as the insurance coverage-what does and does not provide. And do not permit anything in the contract that might conflict with that insurance coverage in the future. If there are unavoidably clashes, request for a review of the contract in the context of the policy from the insurance agent.
Follow-up Documentations
Ensure follow-up documentation when the need arises in the contract. It may be change orders or proposals, whatever the case may be, follow the process. If the contract requires a claim to be submitted within a certain time, follow the procedure and always make sure to document.
In a nutshell, it is not ideal to just sign the contract. Read it, comprehend it and follow it. Spend time thinking about the scope of the work and make sure it is clearly stated in the contract. Obeying these simple tips will lower the risk of disputes associated with contract especially when information, expectations, and responsibilities of a contract are properly communicated.