This document discusses considerations for validating electronic signatures. It recommends checking company policy to determine what types of electronic signatures are acceptable. It also suggests verifying any standards required by the company, such as certification IDs, as well as ensuring the correct software is used to capture signatures. For legal purposes, it advises using software that records details like timestamps and email trails. Hashing and notarization are also mentioned as methods to help validate electronic signatures and determine if a document has been altered after being signed. The document concludes with an overview of the ESIGN Act and its requirements regarding electronic records and signatures in the US.