Approving Body
Identify board, committee, or written consent that approved the CDA and reference meeting minutes if applicable.
A resolution creates clear corporate authority, reduces signing disputes, and documents risk allocation for confidential information.
Typical users include corporate secretaries, in-house counsel, board members, and authorized executives who document approval for confidentiality agreements.
The form clarifies who may sign, stores corporate action history, and supports downstream compliance and recordkeeping.
Identify board, committee, or written consent that approved the CDA and reference meeting minutes if applicable.
State the specific action approved, including authorization to execute and deliver the CDA and any ancillary documents.
Name the officer(s) or representative(s) who may sign, including their title and scope of authority.
Attach the CDA by date and parties, or include an exhibit reference to avoid ambiguity about which CDA was approved.
Specify when the resolution and CDA become effective to align obligations and retention timelines.
Note where the signed resolution and CDA will be stored (corporate minute book, electronic repository) and who maintains the record.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Signature Field | Required for each signer; include title label |
| Date Field | Auto-fill MM/DD/YYYY on signature |
| Authentication | Email plus optional SMS or KBA |
| Audit Trail | Capture IP, timestamp, and event log |
Use a platform that supports secure storage, strong authentication, and a tamper-evident audit trail to preserve enforceability.
Ensure the chosen solution and configuration comply with applicable laws (ESIGN, UETA) and any sector-specific rules before relying solely on electronic records.
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | Yes, 7-day trial | Varies | Varies | Varies | Varies |
| Bulk Send | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Varies |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | Varies | Varies |
Record the date of approval in MM/DD/YYYY format
Set the CDA effective date to match or follow the resolution date
Specify when authorized signatory must sign and return the CDA
Provide executed copies to all parties and file internally within 7 days
Place the signed resolution in corporate minutes immediately after execution
A small investment firm used a written board resolution to authorize an NDA
A healthcare provider documented board authorization before sharing patient‑related research data
Leads meeting, confirms quorum, and certifies the board resolution. The chair’s role is to ensure corporate governance protocols are followed and that authorization language aligns with corporate bylaws.
Reviews CDA terms, drafts resolution text, and verifies delegated signing authority. Counsel documents risk assessment and advises on retention and compliance measures.