Because “We Didn’t Realise” Isn’t a Great Defence
Let’s be real – contracts are a bit like icebergs. What’s visible on the surface is only a fraction of what lies beneath. And while everything might seem smooth sailing at the time of signing, it’s the stuff hidden in the depths (the fine print, the vague clauses, the misunderstood obligations) that can bring on some serious trouble later.
At Albius, we’re in the business of helping you avoid those “Uh-oh” moments. Our Contract Risk Review service gives you the clarity and confidence to understand exactly what you’re signing up for – before it becomes a costly regret.
Contracts Are Full of Surprises. (The Bad Kind.)
Here’s the thing: most contract risks don’t show up at the proposal stage. They creep in later – quietly undermining delivery, ballooning costs, or derailing performance when your team least expects it. Suddenly, your “robust” agreement is failing to meet business needs, falling short on scope, or struggling to flex with changing demands.
And let’s not even talk about the post-signature realisation that no one – from procurement to operations fully understood what they signed up for in the first place.
That’s where we come in.
What’s a Contract Risk Review, Then?
Think of it as your contractual reality check. We go beyond traditional legal reviews to uncover the real-world risks that can tank a service if left unchecked.
Yes, the lawyers will (and should!) review the IPR clauses, the payment terms, and the termination language – but who’s checking if the scope is actually deliverable? Or whether your KPIs are achievable, your obligations are fair, and your teams have the resources and understanding to deliver?
Spoiler: we are.
When You Need One
You don’t need to wait for disaster to strike. Our Contract Risk Review is especially useful if:
- You’re about to sign a complex contract and want a second pair of (experienced) eyes
- You’ve inherited a contract and need to understand the risk landscape
- You’re struggling with performance issues and want to know if the root cause is hidden in the contract
- You’re involved in a re-tender or renegotiation and want to avoid repeating past mistakes
- You’re dealing with a Total FM or Integrated model and want to ensure all angles are covered
What We Actually Do
Our approach is a mix of commercial savvy, operational know-how, and a very sharp red pen. We dig into the contract with one goal: to make sure it’s clear, deliverable, and risk-aware.
Clause-by-Clause Risk Review
We highlight vague wording, hidden risks, and unrealistic obligations that might seem harmless now - but won’t be six months into delivery.
Commercial & Operational
Fit Check Does the contract align with how your business actually works? We check for fit, feasibility, and financial implications.
Specification & Scope Validation
We examine the scope and service descriptions to see if they’re robust, unambiguous, and aligned with your expectations.
Stakeholder Understanding Assessment
Is everyone on the same page - from procurement to service delivery? We assess whether your teams are contract-ready, or headed for confusion.
Risk Categorisation & Recommendations
You’ll receive a clear breakdown of risks - strategic, operational, delivery, financial - and practical steps to reduce or remove them.
Why Albius?
Because we’ve lived both sides. We’ve been in the rooms where contracts are dreamed up, and we’ve been on the floors where they fall apart.
We bring hands-on experience of large-scale, multi-service, and integrated FM contracts, and we know what makes them work – or fail. That means we spot the pitfalls early and offer grounded, real-world advice (not just theoretical finger-wagging).
We’re not here to scare you – we’re here to empower you. To ask the questions no one else is asking. And to help you sign with eyes wide open.
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The bottom line?
A shiny new contract might look impressive in a boardroom binder – but if it’s full of holes, you’ll feel the pain for years. Our Contract Risk Review helps you make smarter, safer decisions – without second-guessing yourself down the line.