iManage Adds Playbook Analysis for Contract Review
- •iManage launched 'playbook analysis' to expand its platform into structured contract review.
- •The new feature integrates with the company’s Ask iManage tool to perform automated risk assessments.
- •The release marks a strategic move to compete directly with specialized contract lifecycle management platforms.
iManage released a new 'playbook analysis' feature on May 11, 2026, expanding its document management platform into structured contract review. The tool integrates with the company’s existing 'Ask iManage' platform, allowing corporate legal teams to perform automated risk assessments measured against company-specific playbooks.
Shawn Misquitta, EVP of Product Management at iManage, stated the tool applies institutional knowledge to contract reviews at scale. By automating risk evaluation, the software aims to ensure consistent application of legal expertise without slowing down deal execution.
This release marks a strategic shift for iManage, a company historically focused on document management systems, as it moves to compete with specialized contract lifecycle management (CLM) and AI productivity platforms. The company intends to broaden its service ecosystem to secure long-term utility within in-house legal departments.