Webinar:

Build vs Buy: Pros and Cons for Considering Technology in 2025

📅 Wednesday 29 January 2025
⏰ 11 - 12pm ET / 4 - 5pm GMT

Join host Derek Southall from Hyperscale Group, and expert panelists from RPC, Weightmans and Eversheds Sutherland as they unpack the critical considerations for building or buying technology in 2025. From leveraging in-house teams to exploring AI and low-code tools, our panel will share insights, examples, and practical tips to help you make the right choice for your business.

In this webinar, you will hear:

The options explained: Build with developers, use low/no-code tools, explore AI, or buy.
Panel insights: Real-world examples of when to build and when to buy.
Risk mitigation strategies: How to address challenges with vendors or self-built solutions.
Actionable advice: Tips and best practices for navigating your decision-making process.

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Panelists

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Derek Southall, Founder and CEO, Hyperscale Group

Derek is a prominent figure in legal technology, innovation, and digital strategy, recognized as one of the UK's top three most innovative lawyers by the Financial Times. With over 25 years of experience, including leadership roles in a global law firm and co-founding initiatives like the Legal IT Innovators Group, Derek has driven growth, international expansion, and technological advancements across the legal profession. 

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Lauren Edwards, Head of Business Systems, RPC

Lauren is a seasoned legal IT professional with over 17 years of experience at Gowling WLG and RPC, excelling in enterprise applications, project management, and strategic planning. As Head of Business Systems, she has successfully led application changes across finance systems, legal technologies, and business applications, supported by strong relationship-building and communication skills. Lauren also champions gender equality and social mobility, including mentoring initiatives in schools.
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Reshma Shaikh, Head of AI Transformation, Eversheds Sutherland

Reshma is an award-winning enterprise AI expert and leader with extensive experience in scaling, transformation, and leveraging emerging technologies. Reshma's career highlights include leading AI/ML industrialization as VP of Strategy and Operations at Springer Nature, driving digital transformations, and championing emerging technologies like Web3 to explore new markets.  Reshma is passionate about supporting communities, driving innovation, and making a positive impact.

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Stuart Whittle, Chief Technology and Innovation Officer, Weightmans 

Stuart is a qualified lawyer and CTIO, leading innovation and product development to address client challenges beyond traditional legal advice. With over two decades of experience, including designing IT systems and driving strategic transformation, he is a certified Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt and recognized as Legal Week’s Legal Innovation Trailblazer. Stuart regularly speaks on business process re-engineering, technology, and smart working strategies for lawyers in evolving markets.

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