Information Technology
As more and more business is done electronically and as new technology has become available, having the best possible IT systems in place is important. So taking sound legal advice at the outset of major IT and internet projects is critical. It will underpin the success of these projects and ultimately that of the business.
There is a corresponding premium on data as it becomes an ever more valuable business asset. So taking the legal steps to protect and maximise its value is key. Regulators’ powers are on the increase; so, it is imperative for businesses to ensure that they comply with the data protection regime.
Why we are different
Our IT Group advises both users and suppliers. Where we advise users on procurement and outsourcing projects we work to gain in-depth knowledge of their objectives. It lets us structure and negotiate the supply contract effectively – a key factor in the project’s success.
For suppliers, our understanding of the sector means we can provide advice on everything that is critical to them, from protecting IP rights in their technology to customer contracts and other critical issues throughout the corporate life cycle.
Our expertise in Data Protection translates into policies and strategies that maximise the data’s value to a business whilst reducing the risk of regulatory sanction. If something goes wrong, we can help you manage the consequences of the security breach or other problem.
Finally, because we can never say it often enough, we seek to present our advice in a way that is clear, concise and straightforward, addresses each client’s specific concerns and achieves positive solutions.
Services
Our Information Technology Group advises on all aspects of IT including:
- Software development, licensing, supply and procurement
- Intellectual property protection and exploitation
- Joint ventures and strategic alliances
- Distribution, agency and reseller agreements
- Digital delivery/content delivery
- Internet
- Outsourcing
- Data protection
- Dispute resolution
Experience
- Acted for companies in a variety of sectors in relation to business critical software development projects.
- Regularly advises multi-national companies on their support and service level agreements with IT suppliers.
- Advising a leading provider of digital asset management software and services on various contractual and commercial issues.
- Advising a leading on-line poker site on various software and website related issues, contracts, and terms and conditions.