In today’s fast-paced business environment, the ability to sign, share, and manage documents digitally is no longer a luxury, it’s a necessity. For enterprises, SMEs, banks, insurance companies, and trade organizations across Africa and beyond, efficiency and security are the backbone of growth.
That’s why Flowmono, Africa’s leading e-signature and workflow automation platform, has released three powerful new updates to its E-Sign tool: Freehand Annotations, Image Control, and Attachment Control. These features make it easier than ever for businesses to collaborate, sign contracts, and manage compliance digitally.
Why These Updates Matter
Traditional signing processes in Africa still rely heavily on paper, courier services, and in-person meetings. This often leads to:
1. Delays that slow down deal cycles.
2. Higher costs from printing, scanning, and shipping.
3. Risk of misplaced or incomplete documents.
By digitizing the process with Flowmono E-Sign, organizations can save time, reduce costs, and stay compliant with global standards like ISO 27001, GDPR, NDPR, and eIDAS. These latest updates go even further, empowering users with tools that make document signing more flexible, personalized, and professional.
Freehand Annotation (Draw) Control
The Freehand Annotation feature lets you mark up documents directly before or during the signing process. With this update, you can:
A. Circle important clauses in contracts.
B. Draw arrows to highlight key numbers or dates.
C. Underline sections for clarity.
D. Add quick freeform notes for reviewers.
This is especially useful for legal teams, compliance officers, and board members, who often need to provide context or highlight changes before approvals. Whether you’re using a mouse, touchscreen, or stylus, annotations make digital collaboration feel natural and intuitive.
Image Control
Branding and identity are critical in professional document workflows. With the new Image Control:
A. Initiators and authorized recipients can upload logos, official stamps, or scanned IDs directly into documents.
B. Supporting visuals (like seals or certification marks) can be positioned where needed.
C. Organizations can maintain a consistent and professional look across every contract or agreement.
For businesses in regulated industries such as banking, insurance, and healthcare, the ability to include logos, seals, or identity documents adds an extra layer of authenticity and trust.
Attachment Control
Often, the signing process requires additional files beyond the main contract. With Attachment Control, Flowmono users can:
A. Upload and store supporting documents like tax certificates, compliance forms, or proof of identity.
B. Keep contracts and reference files together for easy access.
C. Ensure that audits or verifications are seamless with all documentation stored in one workflow.
This feature is a game-changer for procurement teams, HR departments, and financial institutions, where contracts are rarely stand-alone and always come with supporting documents.
Benefits for Businesses in Africa & Beyond
Flowmono’s new updates go beyond convenience, they directly impact how organizations operate:
1. Faster Turnaround: Sign contracts and approvals in minutes instead of days or weeks.
2. Lower Costs: No more printing, scanning, or courier fees for paper-based processes.
3. Improved Collaboration: Teams can annotate, attach, and brand documents seamlessly.
4. Regulatory Compliance: Built-in audit trails and encryption ensure documents meet international and African compliance standards.
5. Business Agility: From SMEs to large enterprises, teams can adapt quickly to client or partner needs without being slowed down by manual processes.
Why Flowmono E-Sign?
Flowmono isn’t just another e-signature tool. It’s a made-in-Africa solution designed for global standards. Trusted by leading enterprises like Stanbic Bank, UAC Foods, and NSIA Insurance, Flowmono E-Sign combines enterprise-grade security, AI-powered insights, and user-friendly design, making it a preferred choice for organizations looking to digitize.
With each new update, Flowmono reaffirms its commitment to helping African businesses and global partners achieve digital transformation at scale.
Flowmono E-Sign is helping businesses across Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Rwanda, Ethiopia, South Africa, and beyond digitize approvals, contracts, and agreements securely. The future of signing is already here, and it’s smarter than ever.
