10 years is a long time. IT and cybersecurity have seen a huge amount of change since 2008 – so how do industry practitioners feel now vs 10 years ago? Much to our surprise, backup has remained remarkably consistent. Internal behaviours and procedures have remained steady. Opinions around the state of backup have shifted positively. […]

As the hunt for talent becomes ever tougher, many employers are searching for increasingly unusual ways to stand out from the crowd. But what is the secret to attracting and retaining staff and is it possible to create a great office culture without relying on gimmicks? Oliver Shaw, CEO of Cascade HR, offers his thoughts… […]

NetDocuments, the leading secure cloud-based content management platform for law firms and corporate legal and compliance departments, today announced the availability of live and publically available cloud service status pages across its U.S., European and Australian global regions. These new sites are the result of significant efforts to bring live, relevant information directly to NetDocuments […]

Converge Technology Specialists (Converge TS) has today announced that serial tech entrepreneur Mark Fowle will be joining the business as non-executive Chairman. Following significant private equity investment in Converge TS at the beginning of the year, the company has expanded its team and service offering and is on-track to become the leading cloud provider to […]

It’s estimated that three quarters of small business owners forego holidays in order to keep things running smoothly at work. An inestimable number of senior workers are unable to fully switch off when on holiday over worries that issues will crop up that can’t be resolved without them. But everyone needs a holiday… Holidays help […]

A law firm today needs more than just good advice to survive in the market – clients are demanding transparency, and other pressures from regulators and government authorities continue to keep firms on their toes. Jamie Lawrence, IT support and development facilitator at Grant Saw Solicitors, says his firm is well aware of the crucial part […]

Without accurate data all you have is opinion. The problem with data is that it is everywhere and nowhere. While most businesses recognise its growing importance and real value, knowing what data is important and how it can be used to shape future strategies is crucial. What is now needed are analytics tools that deliver […]

Wilson Legal Solutions, a leading provider of software and services that help professional services organizations improve business performance, today announced that Mills & Reeve, a leading UK law firm that provides comprehensive legal advice to businesses and individuals, has selected Wilson Proforma Tracker software to enhance its billing workflow, collaboration, and efficiency. Like most businesses […]

In this episode, Tory MP Ken Clarke reveals why he has occasionally dressed up in women’s underwear. The former Lord Chancellor and current Father of the House of Commons also tells Kevin what he thinks of his new-found fans – drawn by his outspoken views on Brexit. This episode won’t disappoint.  The pair also discuss: […]

In this episode, Kevin is joined by Yasmin Sheikh. Yasmin is the founder of Diverse Matters, vice-chair of the Law Society’s Lawyers with Disabilities Division, consultant, coach, actress, comedian and TEDx speaker.  During their conversation, Yasmin talks about her experience of being thrown into the world of disability overnight and the daily challenges she faces. […]

The UK’s largest outsourced legal cashiering bureau, Quill, is re-launching its trainee scheme designed to breed the next generation of cashiers for its growing Pinpoint team. Quill’s purpose-built, unique-in-the-industry trainee programme combines on-the-job experience and peer support at Quill with classroom-based learning, and equips individuals with a recognised legal accounts management qualification upon course completion. […]

It’s no question that the SME legal market, and wider legal market in general, is being hit with disruption and challenges – from client demands to demands from staff for improved legal services and means of delivery. Among all of that, law firms need to do more than just win the hearts of clients in […]

Enable Business Solutions is delighted to announce that Linklaters has entered into an agreement to use its flagship PitchPerfect proposal generation and content management software. Linklaters is the first magic circle law firm to become an Enable client. Enable are currently in the planning phase with Linklaters and anticipate the implementation of PitchPerfect to commence […]