Cloud Computing

Cloud-First Services Are Key To Creating An Agile Offering For Your Clients

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We know that technology is moving at an ever increasing pace globally. This can bring both challenges and opportunities for organisations, not least additional costs and skill requirements.

According to a recent report from Dell and Intel, the industry leaders of tomorrow are already using technology to gain and maintain a competitive advantage over their peers. It’s well documented that Cloud first services can offer an important source of strategic advantage and transform digital capabilities for businesses.

What do we mean by agile? Put it simply it’s the ability to move quickly and easily or in a business context, it’s a companies’ ability to identify and adapt to new opposition by implementing changes quickly and effectively.

But how can cloud solutions create a more agile offering for your clients?

Cloud platforms can help your business to activate new digital customer experiences in days rather than months and enable your teams to work seamlessly and collaboratively from any location. A study conducted by the Harvard Business Review found that business agility was the primary reason for 32% of respondents when choosing to adopt the cloud.

Forward-thinking businesses have already begun to incorporate cloud into their risk-assessment frameworks and decision making on risk. According to a recent report from Mckinsey Digital executives have traditionally been nervous to move to cloud because of security concerns whereas the reality now is that the security offered by cloud service providers often outstrips companies individual capacity.

Take Bundledocs for example, we have been awarded ISO 27001 certification, the recognised international standard for information security – the only electronic document bundling software to have received this accreditation. The certification is awarded to businesses that can prove their systems protect user information both internally and externally.

At Bundledocs, demand for our paperless solution has increased by over 40% in recent months as Covid 19 meant remote working became the norm for so many professionals in the legal space and beyond. By switching to our cloud based solution they now benefit from continuous software updates with new functionalities and features added regularly.

Bundledocs market leading cloud software is the ultimate tool for today’s paperless lawyer, now sold in over 30 countries worldwide - once you take the first step, the sky’s the limit when it comes to the advantages of the cloud.

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How Can Law Firms Embrace More Sustainable Practices In Line With Global Ambition?

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There has been a global shift when it comes to implementing more sustainable practises.  Law firms are no exception, with many now recognising that implementing sustainable business practises is vital to long term business success.

But what is sustainability and how can law firms better embrace it?

Sustainability is most often defined as meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs. The term sustainability is not only about individuals and environmental factors, but it also involves creating value for all stakeholders, be that through social purpose or maximising profits.

While the Sustainable Development Goals may initially appear challenging, here are some first steps that law firms can take to pursue more sustainable practices:

Embrace New Technologies

When it comes to integrating sustainable practises within a business – technology can play a really positive role. Many firms are already embracing digital solutions as the look to reduce their carbon footprint and better operate remotely. Where previously employees would travel to meetings, they are now conducted via online platforms such as Zoom and Teams. Last year for example, at Bundledocs we saw a 40% increase for our solutions, the dramatic shift to remote working gave businesses the push they needed to take advantage of the cloud.

 

Reduce Paper Use

The reduction of paper use in law firms is favourable all around - reducing direct environmental impact whilst also reducing business costs and increasing digital collaboration.

While this practise is beneficial for the environment it also assists in reducing overall costs for the business. One of our Bundledocs partners, Hilary Hallen, Senior Learning and Development Trainer, Knights PLC explains the benefit they saw “In addition to saving paper, there is also timesaving, which can be attributed to the technology, of course – and which in turn means a better experience for the person carrying out the task as part of their working day”.

Promote Diversity

Being sustainable does not focus solely on the environment. For law firms to implement effective sustainability strategies they must look at their internal practises. Many law firms are now making commitments to ensure that they prioritise diversity within their workplace affording equal opportunities to all. A diverse workforce ensures that all clients' needs can be met. To make progress within this area law firms are making a commitment and engaging with the Mansfield rule.

 

While making changes in terms of environmental impact are important – law firms cannot forget the power of engaging in social purpose to achieve their sustainability goals. Through implementing small changes – over time sustainability can become a greater part of the overall business strategy. Like all businesses law firms must start somewhere – so don’t put it off.

 

If you are looking to make a step towards a more sustainable future for your firm contact us today to discuss our e-bundling solution.

How law firms can embrace automation to speed up legal processes

Embracing automation can improve processes within legal firms and reduce costs. For some, there may be a reluctance to trust when it comes to automation, with some potential security concerns. However, in many cases security can be positively influenced by embracing automation.

We’ve examined a few ways in which your firm can embrace automation to improve your businesses functions and speed up legal processes: 

1.      Transform manual processes into efficient workflows

Traditionally, the work of legal firms has been done via paper records, kept in large binders on office shelves. However, this process of maintaining and managing files takes time, space and resources from other areas within the firm.

In order to reduce this time-consuming practice, firms should look to introduce an electronic bundling system – freeing up personnel for more important tasks.  

When it comes to preparing and updating documents, there is no comparison between a physical file and an e-bundle. With e-bundles, information can be added and redacted at any stage, eliminating the need to restart a file and ensuring client confidentiality throughout the process.

2.      Foster greater remote collaboration with improved security

In a recent survey, 67% of lawyers said that they would like to remain working remotely and would be open to splitting their time between the office and home. Remote working has disrupted normal ways of working and it is most likely here to stay. Firms need to be able to adapt with confidence to ensure they remain competitive.

Cloud-based e-bundles are ideal for remote collaboration across teams, eliminating the need to send multiple PDF bundles back and forth. E-bundles can be shared and edited instantly. They also boast high security measures that cannot be compared to a lever arch file.

Remove unnecessary headaches linked to sharing files via individual personal computers. Instead create a single bundle and grant access to anyone you need to work on the bundle via the cloud. Embracing this practice improves collaboration whilst ensuring the utmost security process are in place, no matter where your team is located.

Remote court hearings are now also an increasing reality – creating an immediate need for confidential documents to be shared in a secure and efficient manner. Unlike sharing files via email for example, cloud-based e-bundles allow for documents to be delivered securely ensuring confidentiality.

At Bundledocs, our e-bundling system is ISO 27001 certified. This global certification is awarded to businesses that can prove their systems protect user information both internally and externally.


3.      Stay competitive and create a modern service offering

The shift from paper to digital is well underway. Client expectations within this area are continually growing. To keep up with modern clients, a modern service delivery must be adopted. Clients are no longer will to wait for outdated postal services but expect instant communication.

By choosing e-bundling solutions you reduce unnecessary printing, not only helping the environment but also cutting overhead costs and saving time for both firms and their clients.

With more than 700 clients, including leading law firms, across 34 countries, you can trust Bundledocs to provide a robust cloud-based document e-bundling service for your organisation.

Is your law firm interested in automating your physical files into secure e-bundles? Get in touch with us today or start your free trial now.

Bundledocs Review 2012: Cloud Computing & The Law Firm

In the third and final part of our 2012 review series, this post will focus on the issue of cloud computing within the legal field. During 2012 there was a considerable amount of discussion about the adoption and use of cloud technologies within law firms. During the year, we posted a number of articles in relation to cloud computing, so let’s take a look…

1. Cloud computing: The Basics

2. Is Cloud Computing Right for you?

3. What is Saas?

4. SaaS Vs. Traditional Software

5. Why Smaller Firms Adopt Saas

In addition to these articles, there were a number of interesting infographics…

1. Are you Already in the Cloud?

2. Cloud Infographic: What is it?

3. Infographic: Moving your Business to the Cloud.

 
Already in the cloud

Already in the cloud

 
 
What is SaaS

What is SaaS

 
 
Moving to the cloud

Moving to the cloud

 

Global Cloud Survey Report 2012

Legal IT Professionals earlier today released the results of their ‘Global Legal IT Cloud Survey’.  

The report details some key issues that exist concerning the adoption of cloud technologies within the legal sector, including:

  • Moving key applications to the cloud

  • Are people changing their minds about cloud computing?

  • Are clients worried about legal IT in the cloud?

  • Cloud on the horizon

  • BYOD and the public cloud

  • Which applications/services are suitable for the public cloud?

  • What issues still need to be addressed?

  • Reaping the benefits

The full report is available to download for free via http://litn.eu/gcsr2012

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