Playbooks help simplify contracting because they are used in conjunction with contract templates. Playbooks can take many forms; differentiating between the necessary types and numbers of playbooks is possible without making the process too complex.

Briefly put, they are used to create standardization across a law department, and they also empower the business. Playbooks educate, create consistency, and are a requirement for any type of outsourcing contract review.

There are two main types of playbooks: The Law Department Playbook and the Empowerment Guide.