Intel 471 cuts standard NDA review time ~50% with AI contract review

Intel 471 operates in the fast-moving cyber intelligence industry and must handle extensive legal work with a lean, globally dispersed team. Led by General Counsel Douglas Sayranian, the legal department needed to speed up routine contract review to support agile operations. Other AI tools the GC tested relied on outdated public data and produced results that failed to meet modern legal standards.

Intel 471 adopted Ivo for everyday contract review and drafting after finding it more accurate, functional, and easier to integrate than alternatives. Native Microsoft Word integration, redlining, and an intuitive interface allowed the team to keep existing workflows with minimal onboarding. Ivo also met the company's data security requirements for confidential and privileged information, with responsive vendor support aiding adoption.

Standard NDA review times fell by about ~50%, and customer contract turnaround improved by roughly ~20%. Ivo-generated summaries improved internal communications and faster cross-departmental decisions. With less time on routine work, the legal team shifted more attention to strategic guidance. The company plans to expand use to vendor software agreements, marketing contracts, and advertising terms.

• • Define clear objectives and evaluation criteria before selecting a legal AI tool, including security and workflow fit.
• • Embedding AI in existing tools (e.g., Microsoft Word) can cut onboarding friction and speed adoption for lean legal teams.
• • Time saved on routine NDAs and contracts is most valuable when redirected to higher-impact strategic legal work.