--- title: New features, upcoming releases & more | Ascertia Blog | Esignatures & Digital Signatures (4) description: Esignatures & Digital Signatures | From product updates to the latest news and case studies, the Ascertia blog has everything you need to stay on top of all the industry developments. (4) --- # [![](https://blog.ascertia.com/hubfs/asc-blog-logo.png) Blog](https://blog.ascertia.com/) New features, upcoming releases & everything else you need to know [Contact Us](https://www.ascertia.com/company/contact-us/) ## [How different industries benefit from eSignatures - New eBook](https://blog.ascertia.com/how-different-industries-benefit-from-e-signatures-ebook) Posted by [Victoria Allen](https://blog.ascertia.com/author/victoria-allen) on Sep 18, 2017, 8:00:49 AM [![](https://blog.ascertia.com/hubfs/blog-migration/Vertical%20Sector%20eBook%20Cover.png)](https://blog.ascertia.com/how-different-industries-benefit-from-e-signatures-ebook) [Esignatures](https://www.signinghub.com/electronic-signatures/) are being extensively adopted across most industries to improve security, reduce the use of paper, accelerate approval processes and enhance workflows. In our latest eBook, we identify how different industries benefit from eSignatures. [Read More](https://blog.ascertia.com/how-different-industries-benefit-from-e-signatures-ebook) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ascertia.com/how-different-industries-benefit-from-e-signatures-ebook#comments-listing) ## [Do you have sole control of your eSignature?](https://blog.ascertia.com/do-you-have-sole-control-of-your-esignature) Posted by [Victoria Allen](https://blog.ascertia.com/author/victoria-allen) on Aug 18, 2017, 12:06:44 PM [![](https://blog.ascertia.com/hubfs/blog-migration/Sole-Control-of-eSignature.jpg)](https://blog.ascertia.com/do-you-have-sole-control-of-your-esignature) In this blog, we examine whether you have sole control of your eSignature. There are many types of electronic signatures but some of the most commonly used in business are [Advanced Electronic Signatures](https://www.signinghub.com/security/advanced-electronic-signatures/) as they are secure, identifiable and in some cases mandated by legislation or policy. [Read More](https://blog.ascertia.com/do-you-have-sole-control-of-your-esignature) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ascertia.com/do-you-have-sole-control-of-your-esignature#comments-listing) ## [Consumer confidence driving eSignature adoption](https://blog.ascertia.com/consumer-confidence-driving-esignature-adoption) Posted by [Victoria Allen](https://blog.ascertia.com/author/victoria-allen) on Apr 24, 2017, 3:44:19 PM [![](https://blog.ascertia.com/hubfs/blog-migration/Blogpost-240417.jpg)](https://blog.ascertia.com/consumer-confidence-driving-esignature-adoption) In B2C businesses, customer sentiment is often a main driver for change. In this blog, we examine how consumer confidence is driving eSignature adoption in businesses. [Read More](https://blog.ascertia.com/consumer-confidence-driving-esignature-adoption) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ascertia.com/consumer-confidence-driving-esignature-adoption#comments-listing) ## [SHA1 is dead. Why should you care?](https://blog.ascertia.com/sha1-is-dead-why-should-you-care) Posted by [Mike Hathaway](https://blog.ascertia.com/author/mike-hathaway) on Mar 3, 2017, 12:53:08 PM [![](https://blog.ascertia.com/hubfs/blog-migration/SHA1-Dead-Cover-2.png)](https://blog.ascertia.com/sha1-is-dead-why-should-you-care) SHA1 is officially dead. For everyday users of electronic signatures, SHA1 might not mean much to you but we can assure you - this development is incredibly important! ## What is SHA1? [SHA1](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SHA-1) is a hash algorithm - a type of security measure used in popular software across the world. This includes the majority of electronically signed documents. [Read More](https://blog.ascertia.com/sha1-is-dead-why-should-you-care) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ascertia.com/sha1-is-dead-why-should-you-care#comments-listing) ## [Case Study: Somo decreases contract turnaround time with SigningHub](https://blog.ascertia.com/somo-global-decreases-contract-signing-turnaround-time-with-signinghub-esigning-solution-case-study) Posted by [Victoria Morgan](https://blog.ascertia.com/author/victoria-morgan) on Feb 1, 2017, 10:21:50 AM [![](https://blog.ascertia.com/hubfs/blog-migration/Somo%20Logo2.png)](https://blog.ascertia.com/somo-global-decreases-contract-signing-turnaround-time-with-signinghub-esigning-solution-case-study) Digital agency [Somo](https://ciandt.com/uk) has built some of the most innovative and creative mobile products and campaigns in the market for leading global brands. [Read More](https://blog.ascertia.com/somo-global-decreases-contract-signing-turnaround-time-with-signinghub-esigning-solution-case-study) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ascertia.com/somo-global-decreases-contract-signing-turnaround-time-with-signinghub-esigning-solution-case-study#comments-listing) ## [Streamlining the procurement process with eSignatures](https://blog.ascertia.com/streamlining-the-procurement-process-with-esignatures) Posted by [Victoria Allen](https://blog.ascertia.com/author/victoria-allen) on Dec 14, 2016, 2:50:28 PM [![](https://blog.ascertia.com/hubfs/blog-migration/Blog-post-image.jpg)](https://blog.ascertia.com/streamlining-the-procurement-process-with-esignatures) --- In this blog series, we've been exploring the benefits of eSignatures for different business departments including [marketing](https://blog.signinghub.com/how-esignatures-make-marketing-team-more-productive), [sales](https://blog.signinghub.com/how-to-accelerate-sales-with-digital-signatures) and [finance](https://blog.signinghub.com/how-e-signatures-benefit-the-finance-department). This week we discuss eSignature benefits for procurement.  Every stage in the procurement process relies heavily on documentation and approval. From initial purchase requisition and requests for quotations, through to comparative bid analysis, contracts, purchase orders and goods received notes – each component of the procurement process needs to be clearly read, policy-checked, administered, approved and filed as documents make their way through the supply chain. [Read More](https://blog.ascertia.com/streamlining-the-procurement-process-with-esignatures) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ascertia.com/streamlining-the-procurement-process-with-esignatures#comments-listing) ## [Increasing marketing team productivity with eSignatures](https://blog.ascertia.com/increasing-marketing-team-productivity-with-esignatures) Posted by [Victoria Allen](https://blog.ascertia.com/author/victoria-allen) on Dec 6, 2016, 10:23:27 AM [![](https://blog.ascertia.com/hubfs/blog-migration/dreamstime_xxl_39385398.jpg)](https://blog.ascertia.com/increasing-marketing-team-productivity-with-esignatures) In the next in our blog series outlining how different business departments can benefit by using SigningHub, we discuss how electronic signatures can increase marketing team productivity. [Read More](https://blog.ascertia.com/increasing-marketing-team-productivity-with-esignatures) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ascertia.com/increasing-marketing-team-productivity-with-esignatures#comments-listing) ## [Highly secure and efficient electronic invoice systems](https://blog.ascertia.com/time-for-an-electronic-invoice-system-highly-secure-and-efficient) Posted by [Craig Roberts](https://blog.ascertia.com/author/craig-roberts) on Nov 14, 2016, 8:21:31 AM [![](https://blog.ascertia.com/hubfs/blog-migration/CiqPco7WUAEJy5Z.jpg)](https://blog.ascertia.com/time-for-an-electronic-invoice-system-highly-secure-and-efficient) In this blog, we discuss the importance of highly secure and efficient electronic invoice systems. Invoices are an integral part of any business. Most organisations now have [electronic invoicing](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_invoicing) systems and archive documents in digital form. This is much more efficient than paper and post but digital documents still need to be created and archived securely to prevent fraud. [Read More](https://blog.ascertia.com/time-for-an-electronic-invoice-system-highly-secure-and-efficient) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ascertia.com/time-for-an-electronic-invoice-system-highly-secure-and-efficient#comments-listing) ## [The evolution of signatures: From wax seal to eSignatures](https://blog.ascertia.com/the-evolution-of-the-signature-from-wax-seal-to-e-signature) Posted by [Sam Crook](https://blog.ascertia.com/author/sam-crook) on Dec 11, 2015, 7:12:42 AM [![](https://blog.ascertia.com/hubfs/blog-migration/eIDAS-Implementing_Corporate_eSeals-.jpg)](https://blog.ascertia.com/the-evolution-of-the-signature-from-wax-seal-to-e-signature) Important documents are signed all the time: wills, contracts, government documents, the list is endless. The person’s signature identifies the signer, but also authorises the document by proving that they agreed to the terms stated. [Read More](https://blog.ascertia.com/the-evolution-of-the-signature-from-wax-seal-to-e-signature) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.ascertia.com/the-evolution-of-the-signature-from-wax-seal-to-e-signature#comments-listing) ## [Cloud signing: Advanced PKI digital signatures made easy](https://blog.ascertia.com/cloud-signing-advanced-pki-digital-signatures-made-easy) Posted by [Liaquat Khan](https://blog.ascertia.com/author/liaquat-khan) on Jul 29, 2015, 2:12:00 PM [![](https://blog.ascertia.com/hubfs/blog-migration/blog-post-Graphic_03.jpg)](https://blog.ascertia.com/cloud-signing-advanced-pki-digital-signatures-made-easy) --- Ensuring secure, remote signing doesn't have to be challenging. In our latest blog, we're discussing cloud signing and the ease of using advanced PKI digital signatures. 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