Paper contracts and signed documents can be difficult to manage. They take up storage space, slow down approval processes, and often require printing, scanning, and manual filing. With Array, you can add electronic signature fields to any form, allowing users to securely sign documents from a desktop, tablet, or mobile device. This transforms ordinary forms into fully digital agreements that are faster to complete, easier to manage, and instantly accessible.
Why Use Electronic Signatures?
Electronic signatures help organisations streamline workflows and eliminate unnecessary paperwork.
Common use cases include:
- Customer agreements and contracts
- Terms and conditions acceptance forms
- Consent and permission forms
- Site induction acknowledgements
- Inspection sign-offs
- Service completion confirmations
- Petitions, registrations, and applications
By collecting signatures digitally, businesses can reduce administration, improve record keeping, and speed up approvals.
How Electronic Signatures Work in Array
Adding a signature field to a form is simple. When a user reaches the signature field, they can sign directly within the form using:
- A mouse or trackpad on desktop devices
- A finger or stylus on tablets and smartphones
Once submitted, the signature is stored securely alongside the rest of the form data and can be included automatically in generated reports and PDFs.
Building Digital Contracts with Array
The Signature field can be added to any form using Array's drag-and-drop form builder. You can customise the field label to suit your workflow, such as:
- Sign Here
- Customer Signature
- Authorised Approval
- Employee Acknowledgement
- Contractor Acceptance
This flexibility allows you to create everything from simple sign-off forms to complete digital contracts.
Are Electronic Signatures Legally Valid?
In many countries, including the United States, electronic signatures are legally recognised and carry the same legal standing as handwritten signatures in most business transactions. The U.S. Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce (ESIGN) Act established the legal validity of electronic signatures, with many other jurisdictions adopting similar legislation. As with any legal document, organisations should ensure their processes meet relevant regulatory and compliance requirements.
Go Paperless with Array
Electronic signatures are just one of the many ways Array helps organisations digitise operational workflows. By combining digital forms, electronic signatures, automated reporting, and workflow automation, businesses can eliminate paperwork, improve efficiency, and create a better experience for both employees and customers.
