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Major Upgrade of MNTSQ AI Agent's Contract Review Feature

MNTSQ, headquartered in Chuo-ku, Tokyo, is thrilled to announce a significant update on their Contract Lifecycle Management solution, MNTSQ CLM. Starting September 7, 2026, users can now leverage the MNTSQ AI Agent for enhanced contract review capabilities directly within Microsoft Word.

This upgrade allows legal professionals to engage in a dynamic conversation with the MNTSQ AI Agent, addressing review policies, providing edits, and drafting comments, all without leaving the Word environment. As a third implementation stage following the initial features rolled out in October 2025, this latest update aims to refine the everyday tasks of contract management.

Background of the Development

Reviewing contracts isn't just about the text within the documents; it's about understanding internal review standards and the historical context of negotiations. Traditional AI tools typically only highlight generic risks, which is insufficient for a thorough legal review.

The MNTSQ AI Agent stands out as it integrates accumulated contract knowledge and plays back precedent guidance from top law firms, making suggestions that are well-informed and contextually relevant.

With this update, legal professionals can receive analytical insights and revision proposals from the AI Agent right in Word. This feature ensures that lawyers can set review parameters and incorporate edits seamlessly, thereby enhancing both decision quality and operational speed.

Key Features of MNTSQ Contract Review

1. Operate Within Your Familiar Environment:
The new feature allows lawyers to conduct complete reviews within Microsoft Word without switching to other platforms. The MNTSQ AI Agent enables users to check contract drafts and implement suggested edits without screen interruptions.

2. Agreement on Review Parameters Before Analysis:
Before starting a review, the MNTSQ AI Agent proposes necessary information and a review strategy based on the project's background, minimizing discrepancies in judgment among team members.

3. Identification of Unforeseen Risks:
The system primarily references internal playbooks but will also consult curated external resources from leading law firms to identify inconsistencies and formal inadequacies that might not otherwise be detected.

4. AI-Generated Comments and Edits:
The AI automatically reflects changes in Word documents, making it easy to log and share insights with relevant business units. After completion, the summaries of revisions can be directly uploaded to MNTSQ CLM, streamlining communication.

Future Developments

This update marks a leap forward in how the MNTSQ AI Agent interacts with contract negotiations. The agent not only identifies risks but also collaborates with users to tactfully develop review strategies. As the AI engages more with the process, it continually aligns with the organization's practical needs.

MNTSQ envisions a future where the MNTSQ AI Agent autonomously manages contract negotiations as an extension of legal teams, ultimately providing more time for strategic business decision-making.

About MNTSQ CLM

The MNTSQ CLM supports the entire life cycle of contracts—from creation and review to execution and archiving—using advanced AI technology. This platform connects legal teams with business units to enhance operational speed and governance robustness across organizations.

About MNTSQ Inc.

Founded in November 14, 2018, MNTSQ is a pioneering startup aimed at making all agreements fair. We work alongside Japan's leading law firms to integrate expert knowledge with AI solutions for enhanced contract management service offerings. Our focus is on transforming traditional contract processes to ensure agreements can be reached fairly and effortlessly.

Company Details
Company Name: MNTSQ Inc.
Founded: November 14, 2018
Location: 1-8-10 Harumi, Chuo Ward, Tokyo
CEO: Takaharu Itaya
Website: MNTSQ