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    AI governance: The critical framework for mastering AI in law firms

    As law firms increasingly adopt AI to enhance research, drafting, and decision-making, robust AI governance becomes essential. A well-structured AI governance framework ensures that AI systems operate securely, ethically, and in compliance with legal and regulatory standards. From safeguarding client confidentiality to maintaining data accuracy, governance frameworks help firms mitigate risks while maximizing AI’s potential. By implementing clear policies, oversight mechanisms, and security protocols, law firms can harness AI’s power with confidence—enhancing efficiency without compromising trust.

    The successful integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into legal practices isn't solely about leveraging advanced AI tools—it's fundamentally about establishing robust governance.

    As Product Director of Atlas, I've seen first-hand how AI technologies like our Intelligent Knowledge Studio are revolutionizing the way law firms operate. This innovative platform empowers authorized users to create specialized "knowledge collections," ensuring that information is accurate, relevant, and authoritative. 

    Navigating the end of SharePoint 2019: Key considerations and migration strategies

    With Microsoft SharePoint 2019 (SP 2019) reaching the end of extended support on July 14, 2026, organizations in legal and professional services must proactively plan their migration strategies to avoid security vulnerabilities and operational disruptions.

    In this blog, we will explore how to seamlessly migrate to SharePoint Online while leveraging Atlas to enhance knowledge management, document management, intranet, extranet, and AI capabilities.

    Understanding Employee Directory in Microsoft 365

    Understanding How Employee Directory Details are Synced and Made Available in Microsoft 365.

    Limitations of the standard Employee Directory in Microsoft 365

    Limitations of the standard Employee Directory in Microsoft 365.

    How to create a powerful Expertise Directory in Microsoft 365

    How do you create a powerful Expertise Directory in Microsoft 365?

    Azure OpenAI: what are the real costs for prompts and responses?

    As businesses increasingly leverage AI to enhance their operations, understanding the associated costs becomes crucial. One key consideration for adopting Azure OpenAI is the cost of prompts and responses. This blog delves into what these costs entail and how they can impact your budget.

    Unleash the power of collaboration: Why Professional Services firms should invest in a Microsoft 365 based intranet 

    If you work in a professional services firm, you will know that effective communication and seamless collaboration are essential for success. With numerous projects, diverse teams, and complex client requirements, the need for a centralized platform that fosters information sharing and collaboration has never been greater. This is where an intranet comes into play. In this blog post, we will explore why professional services firms should embrace the use of an intranet based on Microsoft 365 (M365) and how it can revolutionize their operations.

    Choosing the right law firm intranet

    We’ve spoken to dozens of law firms over the past half year or so and there are several common challenges and themes we hear when talking about intranets, knowledge management systems and all things Microsoft 365.