This year more than ever, VANTAGE is about our customers putting aside the comfort of the status quo to learn about new ways of doing things. We challenge them to re-examine what they and their firms are delivering and to really explore if there are better or smarter ways to drive success. For a brief …
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Workspace Assistant and Alexa Speak the Same Language: Time & Billing
In the run-up to its annual VANTAGE global customer event, Thomson Reuters Elite announced the launch of Workspace Assistant, a new way for lawyers to access and perform time management functions via Workspace using the Amazon® Echo® or other Alexa® enabled devices. Justin Farmer, senior director of Product Management for Thomson Reuters Elite, sat down …
- June 6, 2017
- Gretchen DeSutter
Legaltech news recognizes Secondment Program & Customer Advocacy Approach
Implementing technology and switching processes can be daunting. Not enough time. Not enough hands. And if a bottleneck pops up then extra support, free of charge, is a blessing in disguise and a teachable moment. The new Elite Secondment program, recognized this week in Legaltech news, partners Elite staff with law firm partners to offer …
- May 26, 2017
- Gretchen DeSutter
Thomson Reuters Canada Listed Among 2017 Best Workplaces in Canada
This week, Thomson Reuters in Canada was listed by Great Place to Work Institute Canada to their 2017 Best Workplaces in Canada list. The annual list identifies organizations that embody innovation, collaboration and productivity “I am so proud to be a part of our tremendous Canadian community and grateful that our employees are so engaged and …
- May 2, 2017
- Gretchen DeSutter
Oh Canada! Thomson Reuters Recognized as a Best Workplace in Canada for Women
Thomson Reuters was named today as one of the 2017 Best Workplaces in Canada for Women. Organizations recognized have a minimum 90% positive employee response to the statement “I am treated fairly regardless of my gender.” To be recognized for high workplace equality, companies are assessed based on levels of workplace trust experienced by their …
- March 6, 2017
- Gretchen DeSutter
Challenges Identified by Small Law Firms – Legal Week NY 2017
The new Legal Small Firm track of LegalWeek New York featured a panel discussion: Challenges Identified by Small Law Firms: How They Threaten Your Success. Mary Juetten, CEO, Traklight & Co-Founder, Evolve Law; Bob Ambrogi, practicing solo attorney, ABA Journal columnist and creator of the LawSites blog; and Bill Josten, Senior Legal Industry Analyst, Thomson Reuters Legal …
- February 1, 2017
- Gretchen DeSutter
politics with a small “p”
While Politics is the conversation of water coolers and boardrooms today, politics with a small “p” is the hot topic at the fourth annual Aspire to Lead Conference in Minneapolis. Often women choose to stay out of politics with a large and small “p.” However, Melinda Shiek, human capital director, Optum, challenged the conference attendees …
- November 9, 2016
- Gretchen DeSutter
Why Gender Diversity Is Important
Today, the morning after the first female presidential candidate appeared on the federal ballot for president of the United States, Thomson Reuters held its fourth-annual Aspire to Lead Conference in Minneapolis. While the majority of attendees certainly wished the results of the national election would have been different, given the first female candidate was not elected, …
- November 9, 2016
- Gretchen DeSutter
Workspace: Justin Farmer Focuses on Efficiencies
Sessions continue in full force today at the VANTAGE 2016: Worldwide Conference held in Nashville, Tenn., where I checked in with Justin Farmer, senior director, Product Management, on what he is hearing at the event. Legal Current: Justin, what are some of the key issues you have been hearing from customers this year, and …
- May 26, 2016
- Gretchen DeSutter
Products, Programs and People: Eric Sugden on Technology
The VANTAGE 2106: Worldwide Conference is underway in Nashville, Tenn. this week, and Eric Sugden, Chief Technology Officer, Elite, presented his technology vision at yesterday’s keynote to the more than 1,100 customers in attendance. We caught-up with Eric after his talk to hear more about the future of Elite. Legal Current: In your keynote you …
- May 24, 2016
- Gretchen DeSutter