This guide compares traditional e-billing systems with modern legal spend management approaches, demonstrating why reactive invoice-based tools are insufficient for controlling costs. As explained on pages 2–5, e-billing relies on invoices after work is completed, while modern platforms provide real-time visibility into work-in-progress, accruals, and unbilled time. The guide outlines seven capabilities, including preventing “bill shock,” proactively managing budgets, analyzing both current and historical spend, and enabling transparent collaboration with law firms. It also highlights how shared data access improves trust and accelerates invoice approval. For businesses, the key takeaway is that shifting from reactive invoice review to proactive cost monitoring enables better forecasting,

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