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January 14, 2019

Tips To Choose The Best E-Signature Software



Doing a stellar job or starting a new business, doesn't have to mean you always have to work harder, but it inevitably means you have to work smarter. One such smart technology is Electronic Signature software, also known as E-Signature software. This genius helps the user to put their signature on a form without touching pen to paper. Thereby it allows users to add legally binding signatures to documents using a computer, smartphone or tablet and eliminates the need to print, scan or fax paper copies. Hence it allows both individuals and business to save time and money alike.



With many E-Signature software in the market, it becomes both difficult and time consuming to choose which one is the perfect fit for your business or work. But dear readers, no need to waste hours on tech-websites as we’ll guide you on how to choose the ideal e-signature software, with the following tips.

1. Software security

The highest priority while choosing an e-signature software is data security. Documents and e-signatures should make use of digital signature technology which will produce a digital fingerprint of the document which can be used to verify the integrity of the electronic record. While choosing the software, ensure that it offers a solution to protect your documents so they cannot be tampered with easily and on such attempts, the e-signature is invalidated.

2. User-friendly

The software should provide an intuitive user experience such that the employees/users don't have to mug up the instruction manuals before they can use the software.

As a thumb rule always opts for an e-signature solution that is simple and efficient. Also based on the organisation requires it should cater to different styles such as multiple types of signatures, customizable signatures, multiple signatures and multiple-language support.

3. Mobile friendly experience

With most users, relying heavily on smartphones for everyday transactions, choosing an e-signature solution that allows a mobile-friendly experience is vital. Opt for an e-signature vendor that optimizes the signing process on all mobile devices and platforms, giving your customers an efficient and tailored experience when e-signing documents.

4. Legal protection

One must ensure if the e-signing documents are legally protected, to avoid customer disputes. Aim that you chose an e-signature software has a process to capture the steps a customer took to e-sign a document and ensure that it has embedded audit trails. This helps in keeping a detailed log of timestamps of the customer’s steps when e-signing a document.

5. Cost-effectiveness

The e-signature software should be cost-effective, and one should consider product cost, deployment, digital certificate renewal fees, training, and support costs of the various software available in the market.

Takeaway:

Overall, e-signature software is the new future of administrative paperwork, with the traditional paperwork taking a back seat. Many industries such as real- estate, healthcare, construction, IT have joined the e-signature software bandwagon, so what are you waiting for?

With high spirit competition and fast-paced world, its ideal to choose the right signature technology and give your business the boost it needs.


 
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