How to track contract renewals: a step-by-step guide for 2026

Six steps to go from contracts scattered in inboxes to a list where every renewal has a date, an owner and a plan.

The six steps

  • Gather contracts from email, shared drives and finance records.
  • Capture renewal date, notice period, auto-renewal terms, value and counterparty.
  • Assign one owner per contract.
  • Set reminders at 90, 60, 30 and 7 days before the notice deadline.
  • Escalate to a manager if the owner has not acted by day 60.
  • Review upcoming renewals every month with finance.

What to track for each contract

Required
Counterparty, renewal date, notice period, owner
Recommended
Annual value, price increase terms, notice method
Nice to have
Usage data, alternatives, negotiation history

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