eSignature
Native electronic signing with configurable signature types, mobile-friendly signing flows, and support for embedded signing in custom apps to streamline field and clinic approvals.
Electronic signatures governed by ESIGN and UETA are legally enforceable in the United States; using an eSignature platform reduces paper handling, accelerates approvals, and maintains audit records useful for research compliance and regulated animal transport processes.
Responsible for account configuration, user permissions, template management, and integration setup. Administrators manage security settings, retention policies, and compliance configurations to align eSignature workflows with institutional requirements for animal science.
Uses mobile devices to request and collect signatures in the field, completes transport and treatment forms, and ensures signed records synchronize with CRM entries for each animal or shipment for traceability and reporting.
Native electronic signing with configurable signature types, mobile-friendly signing flows, and support for embedded signing in custom apps to streamline field and clinic approvals.
Reusable templates for consent forms, transport permits, and SOP approvals with dynamic fields and version control to reduce errors and standardize documents across teams.
Ability to send the same document to many recipients simultaneously with individualized fields and recipient lists for mass consent or notification campaigns.
Prebuilt connectors and API endpoints for Salesforce, Google Workspace, Dropbox, and custom systems to synchronize records and attach signed documents to CRM records.
Comprehensive, time-stamped audit logs that record signer actions, IP addresses, and verification steps to support compliance and investigational records.
Controls and configuration options to help meet ESIGN and UETA requirements, plus administrative settings for HIPAA and FERPA considerations where applicable.
Two-way workflows allow users to create or update documents in Google Docs, transfer finalized PDFs to storage, and maintain document provenance while keeping templates editable in familiar tools.
Connectors enable attaching signed documents to contact, account, or custom object records, triggering Salesforce automation after signature events and ensuring signatures are visible in the CRM record timeline.
Automatic saving of completed documents to Dropbox folders, with naming conventions and folder mapping that align with research projects and institutional storage policies.
Create industry-specific templates for consent, transport, and treatment protocols with conditional fields and version control to meet institutional and regulatory needs.
| Setting Name | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Reminder Frequency | 48 hours |
| Signature Order | Sequential or parallel |
| Field Validation Rules | Required field checks |
| Integration Trigger | On-signature webhook |
| Retention Period | 7 years |
Core platform compatibility covers modern browsers, current mobile OS versions, and common desktop environments so field teams and office staff can access signing workflows reliably.
For integration with Salesforce, ensure API access and appropriate user licenses are enabled on both platforms, and confirm any mobile device management or browser restrictions allow embedded signing and third-party integrations.
A university animal research team digitized investigator consent and protocol approvals to remove paper bottlenecks.
Leading to faster study starts and more reliable compliance tracking across multi-site projects.
A commercial livestock operator converted transport permits and health certificates to electronic forms to minimize handling time at check points.
Resulting in fewer delays, clearer recordkeeping, and streamlined regulatory inspections for interstate animal movement.
| Feature / Criteria | signNow (Recommended) | Salesforce |
|---|---|---|
| Native CRM | ||
| eSignature included | Limited | |
| HIPAA-capable | Yes with configuration | |
| API availability |
30 to 90 days
7 years typical
10 years or per sponsor
Until release notice
Daily snapshots recommended
| Comparison Feature | signNow (Recommended) | Salesforce Sales Cloud | Typical Users | Starting Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plan example | Business plan | Sales Cloud Essentials | Small teams and clinics | $8 per user per month | Annual billing common |
| Included eSignatures | Unlimited basic signing | Limited native tools; add-on common | Research groups and field teams | Varies by plan | API calls may be restricted |
| API access | Available on paid tiers | API available with licenses | IT and integration teams | Included or add-on | Rate limits may apply |
| Enterprise features | Role controls and retention | Full CRM and automation | Large institutions | Custom pricing | Often requires implementation |
| Typical deployment notes | Quick to deploy for eSign workflows | CRM deployment often larger project | Mixed teams across departments | Pricing scales with users | Consider integration costs |