Efficient growth: MARKT-PILOT achieves 100% compliance and time savings

"With ContractHero, we work more efficiently, transparently and securely. We particularly appreciate the personal support and the regular updates - you can feel that the product is being continuously developed."
Paula Hessing
Executive Assistant MARKT-PILOT
95
%
Fewer unplanned renewals / missed terminations
100.000
€
Savings in the first year through better terms, fewer auto-renewals, and cost control
90
%
Less testing and approval time thanks to standardization and AI analysis
90
%
Less testing and approval time thanks to standardization and AI analysis
30 min.
per week for the contract management
150+
Contracts and documents
in one place
0
missed
contract deadlines
100%
Compliance: all ISO requirements fulfilled

30 minutes instead of hours of searching, full transparency across 150+ contracts—and 100% audit readiness. Learn how MARKT-PILOT transformed its “ contract management ” from a decentralized risk into a key success factor. With ContractHero, the scale-up has consolidated all contracts and documents in one place, automated “ deadlines ,” and established clear lines of responsibility. The result: greater efficiency, fewer avoidable expenses, and the confidence to confidently meet even the strictest compliance requirements, such as ISO 27001.

About MARKT-PILOT


MARKT-PILOT
is a growing scale-up in the SaaS sector. The solution sets new standards in spare parts pricing by providing companies in the industrial and mechanical engineering sectors with full market transparency for the first time. Founded in 2020, MARKT-PILOT now employs around 150 people and has an international presence, including offices in Chicago, Milan, and Stockholm. Since early 2023, the company has been using ContractHero for its “ contract management .”

Paula Hessing
Executive Assistant MARKT-PILOT

Challenges

Lack of structures and overview in growth

Rapid growth is also transforming the “ contract management ”: processes are becoming more complex, responsibilities are no longer clearly assigned, and contracts are often scattered across different departments. Especially when it comes to service provider contracts, software licenses, or the vehicle fleet, it’s easy to lose track of the big picture. As with many scale-ups, this meant that for MARKT-PILOT, too, the issue was taking up more and more time and needed to be addressed in a structured manner.

"As we grow, it is crucial to maintain an overview of terms, notice periods and responsibilities. Creating clear structures for this was an important step for us."

Paula Hessing, Executive Assistant MARKT-PILOT

Growing compliance requirements

Another key point was the increasing requirements for security and verification obligations. MARKT-PILOT underwent ISO 27001 certification and is preparing for the SOC 2 audit - international standards that prove that data is processed securely and that clear control mechanisms are in place. If there is no central overview of all contracts, it becomes difficult to provide evidence in full and on time - a sensitive issue in a growth phase where trust is essential.

"For audits such as ISO 27001 or SOC 2, it is crucial that our software meets the compliance requirements. This is exactly where ContractHero offers security."

Paula Hessing, Executive Assistant MARKT-PILOT

deadlines s and Unnecessary Costs

An important aspect of “ contract management ” is adhering to notice periods. Without clear reminders or centralized transparency, there is a risk that contracts will automatically roll over—resulting in costs that could easily be avoided. MARKT-PILOT recognized this risk early on and saw the need to create more structure in this area.

"Especially when it comes to notice periods, it is crucial to keep an overview. Otherwise contracts can be extended unintentionally - with additional costs as a result."

Paula Hessing, Executive Assistant MARKT-PILOT
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Solutions

Scalable, central platform for efficient processes

With ContractHero, MARKT-PILOT introduced a central and scalable platform for all service provider and software contracts - a solution that can easily keep pace with the company's rapid growth. All relevant documents are clearly stored in one place, ensuring transparency and control even as the company continues to grow. The AI analysis functionIt automatically reads out contract content, significantly reducing manual effort. The roles and rights concept also helps to create clear responsibilities and establish structures that can be flexibly adapted to new teams, departments and markets.

"It is particularly helpful that all documents relating to a contract - such as vehicle registration certificates or license certificates - are clearly stored in one place. We have also recently started using the AI analysis function. It saves a huge amount of time because contract content is read out automatically."

Paula Hessing, Executive Assistant MARKT-PILOT

Audit & compliance readiness

The new structure also means security for audits. Contract overviews that meet ISO requirements can be created at the touch of a button. The integrated role system clearly regulates who has access to which documents at all times. This strengthens MARKT-PILOT's position as an audited and trustworthy partner for customers and investors.

"The integrated role system ensures that responsibilities are clearly defined. This is a great advantage for our audits - we can show which contracts exist at the touch of a button and thus meet the requirements of our customers and auditors."

Paula Hessing, Executive Assistant MARKT-PILOT

Automatic deadline control

Another decisive advantage is the automated deadline control. ContractHero reliably reminds you of termination and expiry dates. This eliminates unwanted contract renewals, which avoids additional costs and creates planning security.

"The deadline control now runs automatically. This means we can be sure that there are no more conflicts or unwanted renewals."

Paula Hessing, Executive Assistant MARKT-PILOT

Results

30 min.
per week for the contract management
150+
Contracts and documents
in one place
0
missed
contract deadlines
100%
Compliance: all ISO requirements fulfilled

30 minutes a week for contract management

Since the introduction of ContractHero, the " contract management " is no longer a time-consuming issue for MARKT-PILOT. Instead of hours of coordination or laborious searches, it now takes just half an hour a week to complete all relevant tasks. Those in charge can now focus their time on strategic issues rather than administrative tasks.

100% transparency: All 150+ contracts and documents in one place
With ContractHero, MARKT-PILOT has a central platform where all 150+ contracts and related documents are bundled. Whether software licenses, vehicle fleet, or service provider contracts—everything is transparent and easy to find. This clear structure not only facilitates daily collaboration but also ensures full traceability for investor updates and due diligence reviews. The company has thus created a stable foundation for continuing its growth efficiently and securely.

0 missed deadlines: reduced risks, reliable overview of terminations
Automatic deadline monitoring ensures that MARKT-PILOT reliably complies with cancellation periods. Unwanted contract renewals, which previously led to unnecessary costs, are now a thing of the past. With automatic reminders, the company is always on the safe side.

100% Compliance: ISO Requirements Met
ContractHero supports MARKT-PILOT not only in day-to-day operations but also in meeting stringent compliance requirements. With clearly defined access rights and comprehensive documentation, the contract management is ISO-compliant—an important prerequisite for being recognized as a certified and trustworthy supplier.
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Conclusion: More than just contract management

With ContractHero, MARKT-PILOT has transformed its “ contract management ” from a decentralized risk factor into a scalable, secure process. The solution proved to be a valuable asset, particularly during the scale-up phase, when structure, efficiency, and compliance are critical. ContractHero not only provides the necessary transparency in day-to-day operations but also creates a robust foundation for investors, audits, and further international growth.

For a company developing at a rapid pace, it is crucial that the “ contract management ” can be flexibly adapted to new requirements. MARKT-PILOT is now able to maintain an overview and reliably manage risks even as the number of contracts increases, new locations are added, or teams expand.

"With ContractHero, we work more efficiently, transparently and securely. We particularly appreciate the personal support and the regular updates - you can feel that the product is being continuously developed."

Paula Hessing, Executive Assistant MARKT-PILOT

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Frequently asked questions

Why did MARKT-PILOT revamp its " contract management ," and what was the problem hindering its growth?

MARKT-PILOT has grown rapidly. This has led to an increase in the number of contracts and made coordination between teams more complex. Contracts were located in different departments and responsibilities were not clearly defined. There was no clear overview of terms, notice periods, and responsibilities. This costs time and becomes a risk as the company grows, especially in the case of service provider contracts, software licenses, and fleet contracts.

How much time does MARKT-PILOT save with ContractHero, and what does the process look like today?

With ContractHero, MARKT-PILOT now spends only 30 minutes per week on contract management ( contract management). Contracts and documents are now stored centrally in the contract management system and can be quickly located using the contract search function. This eliminates a large portion of the manual coordination work. As a result, the process remains stable and efficient even as the company grows.

How does deadline management work at MARKT-PILOT, and how does ContractHero prevent missed cancellation deadlines?

ContractHero takes care of monitoring deadlines for terms and notice periods. Reminders ensure that relevant dates are checked in good time. This reduces the risk of automatic renewals and unnecessary costs.

How does ContractHero support MARKT-PILOT with compliance, ISO 27001, and SOC 2?

MARKT-PILOT addresses ISO 27001 and prepares SOC 2. ContractHero provides support with centralized documentation, audit functions, and a role and rights concept. This ensures that access to contract data remains traceable. In the event of external audits, MARKT-PILOT can more quickly verify which contracts exist and which evidence is assigned to them.

Why is " contract management " particularly important for MARKT-PILOT as a B2B SaaS provider in the mechanical engineering industry?

As a B2B SaaS provider in the mechanical engineering industry, MARKT-PILOT manages many different types of contracts simultaneously. These include customer contracts, SaaS subscriptions, software licenses, and service provider contracts. ContractHero provides a centralized " contract management " software solution featuring a contract overview, contract search, and deadline management. This ensures that contract terms and notice periods remain under control and that compliance requirements such as ISO 27001 and SOC 2 can be implemented effectively.