On-prem servers aren’t safer—and public AI tools aren’t secure. In this no-fluff breakdown, we debunk two of the most dangerous myths still circulating in the workplace: that old-school servers protect you better than the cloud, and that it’s fine to use free GenAI tools like ChatGPT for corporate tasks. Spoiler: they don’t, and it’s not. Learn why enterprise-grade platforms like Microsoft Copilot and Google Gemini are now essential, how to explain the risk to your teams, and what policies your org should put in place to avoid compliance nightmares. Plus, get real-world guidance on cloud transitions, AI acceptable use, and how to train your Clive (we all have one) to become your next GenAI super user. If you lead Legal, IT, Finance, or Ops—this one’s for you.

Legal is your first line of defence—and your biggest underused asset in AI transformation.💸 We show CFOs and GCs how to calculate what Legal really costs—and how to cut that cost with AI Most legal work is repetitive. Automating the low-value 80% unlocks time for strategic thinking. Investing in AI for Legal delivers a 134.6% IRR year-on-year—without buying extra software. We share 4 CFO-friendly formulas to benchmark legal ROI: cost per lawyer, cost per matter, strategic time ratio, and internal rate of return. Use Microsoft 365 Copilot or Google Gemini to pilot high-impact use cases—NDAs, redlines, intake.

When Legal adopts AI first, the rest of the business follows. It’s your safest—and smartest—starting point.

In-house legal teams face pressure to do more with less, as growing volumes of contracts, compliance tasks, and case data can overwhelm a legal department. AI and legal tech solutions have become crucial in boosting lawyers’ productivity by automating routine tasks and providing fast insights. By integrating AI into daily workflows, corporate counsel can reclaim time to focus on strategic work without compromising quality or compliance.

Senior lawyers often find their days consumed by administrative tasks instead of high-level legal work. Approving invoices, managing case instructions, and tracking compliance can eat up hours better spent on strategy. In fact, a recent survey found 74% of lawyers called excessive administrative work a significant challenge . By automating routine processes, legal departments free senior attorneys to focus on advising the business.

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How much daily AI use does it take for lawyers to see real benefits? Microsoft’s 2024 research offers a clear answer with the “11-by-11 tipping point.” In short, consistent daily AI use can quickly build a lasting, value-adding habit.