#technology-adoption

#technology-adoption

If you grew up in an era where important documents meant physical papers, where proof of payment was a carbon copy receipt, and where your identity was verified by cards you could hold, wouldn't you be skeptical of being told all that could just float somewhere in 'the cloud'? For boomers, physical objects are anchors to reality.

Grandparenting today means navigating a parenting landscape that's changing faster than ever. From sleep training debates to screen-time guidelines, advice evolves quickly-and it can be hard to know when to speak up and when to step back. Thoughtfully used, artificial intelligence (AI) can be a quiet ally for grandparents, helping you stay current with evidence-based parenting guidance, sort through worries before they escalate, and choose language that supports rather than undermines your adult children.

I feel that in a short period of time I've become very counter-cultural without meaning to, because I have a kind of like 'kill it with fire' attitude towards [AI]. I didn't consent to this, you know? And I guess, you know, we don't get to consent to the cultural changes that impact us; but I don't appreciate how it's all happened in what feels like about two years.

In a deposition last Friday before the House Oversight Committee, the former president said he could recall sending only two emails in his entire life. He said he sent an email to former US senator John Glenn when the former NASA astronaut was "in space at age 77" and an email to US military members aboard a ship in the Adriatic Sea during the Kosovo War.

They meet whatever half-formed idea they already associate with the category, and that idea ends up doing a lot more work than the product itself. Someone hears "AI tool for business" and immediately imagines Hollywood robots or their boss replacing half the team. Someone hears "blockchain platform," and their mind jumps to a chart going straight down. A buyer sees a proptech product and wonders whether it'll complicate an already stressful process.

Ncontracts found that leadership support is rising at the compliance level, with 82% of respondents saying they're satisfied with board and management backing, while 74% are satisfied with their institution's compliance culture. More than half (56%) reported stronger integration of compliance into policies, procedures and training since 2021. Nearly 40% of institutions operate with one or two compliance professionals, while 25% of firms with $1 billion to $10 billion in assets have similarly small teams.

Admins often serve as the quiet bridge holding all the moving parts of a law firm (and its clientele) together. With unique insight into the workflows of different practice groups and office culture, they understand how both non-partner attorneys and partners operate, and where those workflows intersect. Their interdepartmental perspective makes them natural connectors who can spot adoption challenges long before they become firmwide frustrations.

To leave our solar system, a spacecraft must endure the termination shock, a region of space where the fiery solar winds of our Sun clash against the glacial currents of deep outer space. The termination shock can tear apart the most sophisticated and well-crafted probes and vessels, but overcoming it is the only way to explore the universe beyond our planets and Sun.

Above the Law and Tradespace partnered on a first-of-its-kind study to uncover how IP leaders are redefining the function: where they're investing, how they're measuring value, and what's next for the modern IP organization. Join us on December 3rd at 1 p.m. ET, as we reveal surprising patterns emerging from this new research - insights that challenge long-held assumptions about staffing, technology, and the business role of IP.

Relationships define success: not just between real estate agent and client, but among colleagues and across teams. At The Agency, where I lead a team spanning numerous generations from Baby Boomers and Gen X to Millennials and Gen Z, I've learned that generational diversity can be a powerful competitive advantage, especially when managed intentionally. Each generation is shaped by unique cultural and economic moments, which brings both invaluable advantages and distinct life experiences to the table.

The pace of change in the workplace is relentless, especially when it comes to navigating AI transformation. I've spent my career helping organizations adapt, and I can say this with certainty: the real difference between teams that thrive and those that stall isn't the toolset-it's how effectively they manage change. And the urgency to get it right has never been greater. Without the right change management, investing in new technology is not going to give you the results you seek. Leaders need to think deeply about how work gets done, how teams collaborate, and how value is created from new tools.

My first experience with technology adoption for a law firm was probably in 1993. I was attending a partner meeting for a top Am Law firm to demonstrate the first version of Lexis on Microsoft Windows. My pitch was strong enough to get a partner to grab the mouse and try for himself. The problem was that he had never used a computer before. When the partner grabbed the mouse, he accidentally highlighted half the screen. Embarrassed, he walked away without saying a word.

When you think about growing your business, it's natural to picture new customers, more sales, and bigger teams. But growth today looks a little different than you might be used to because it also involves making sure your people can work effectively with the systems you put in place. That balance is what makes the difference between growth that feels sustainable and growth that leaves everyone stretched.

Fifteen years ago, being 'computer literate' meant you could navigate Windows or macOS with ease, troubleshoot a printer jam, and perhaps install new software without calling tech support. In 2025, that definition feels outdated. Today's digital workplace runs on applications, mobile devices, and increasingly, AI-powered platforms that handle much of the complexity behind the scenes. How to effectively and efficiently use the array of technologies businesses now employ, has become critical.

Federal and state programs have rightly prioritized reaching remote areas, building towers, and upgrading last-mile delivery. But access doesn't guarantee uptake.

Terrence Dwyer, who lives in Oakland, California, found a small-scale solar system that fits on his deck appealing due to its affordability and simple installation.