Software as a Service, also called SaaS or Cloud Computing, is a rapidly emerging technology segment.  Both established and new software vendors are actively developing the next generation of web-based applications, while also defining and educating the market on the advantages of these new technologies.  For the Legal profession, these new technologies raise important considerations. There are significant legal questions as to the control of electronically stored information (ESI) in third party or distributed environments.  There are also questions about the usability, performance and reliability of browser-based applications for legal professionals who require more sophisticated productivity tools.  And, as for any new technology, there are questions about the cost comparison of these new technologies versus established software approaches. 

• A definition of important terms in the SaaS solution market
• Identification of policy and procedure issues facing adoption of SaaS productivity applications
• Vendor list with description of specific capabilities in the Legal market
• Key Solution Components (list of expected high level functional requirements)
• Case studies and financial cost models
• Guiding principles when considering solutions

User Survey (Corporate and Law Firms)	8/10/10 - 9/02/10
Vendor Survey	9/4/10 - 10/02/10
TrendView Report Available	11/15/2010
Results Webinar	11/30/2010

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