“We have a requirement to implement a reminder system for key dates (that stretch some distance in to the future) specifically relating to termination/renewal of major supplier contracts.  

I was wondering what arrangements, if any, other companies have adopted in respect of a back-up reminder system (outside of the standard company diary system) should the person/people who are responsible for such major contracts leave the organisation before the contract comes up for renewal/termination?  

Does anyone use a specific piece of software for this purpose or has anyone appointed an independent third party to notify them when major contracts come up for renewal?”