
Briefing Article: Why Finance Shouldn’t Be Left Behind in Law Firm Transformations

The rise of the knowledge economy has placed a premium on human capital. As
technology continues to evolve, employees’ ability to learn, collaborate and solve
problems creatively becomes increasingly important. Law firms that can attract,
retain and develop top talent are better positioned to innovate, adapt and thrive in
an ever-changing marketplace.
Simon Levine, global co-CEO and international managing partner at DLAPiper, discusses how the firm partnered with Fulcrum GT and SAP to deliver its ambitious finance transformation project — driving operational efficiencies, improving client experience, and unleashing plenty of potential for the future. The interview underlines the power of partnership in complex change projects
Simon Levine, global co-CEO and international managing partner at DLAPiper, discusses how the firm partnered with Fulcrum GT to deliver its ambitious finance transformation project — driving operational efficiencies, improving client experience, and unleashing plenty of potential for the future
Innovation and strategic adaptation are the cornerstones of success for the modern law firm. Client expectations, market demands, and the pursuit of operational excellence continue to shape our industry. As we stand at the threshold of a new era, it’s imperative to bridge the gap between innovation and operational efficiency, ensuring that our firms not only thrive, but lead, in this transformative landscape.
The winds of change are blowing stronger than ever across South Africa’s legal landscape, once bound by the constraints of heavily customized on-premise solutions, and are awakening to a vital trend: the migration to enterprise-grade cloud solutions.
In 2020 Fulcrum joined the Legal Industry Business Council in a discussion around best practice approaches to choosing new technologies to bring into your firm that will deliver ROI and the methods of succeeding. The insight given by the esteemed panel of legal professionals remains relevant and useful today.