BCLMA | Mahtab Abdollahi | Group Activity https://bclma.org/members/mahtab-abdollahi/activity/groups/ Public group activity feed of which Mahtab Abdollahi is a member. Thu, 28 Mar 2024 20:58:04 -0700 https://buddypress.org/?v=10.6.0 en-US 30 hourly 2 b126d9074ed09db6bb131c75d15494df Cadence Konopaki started the topic Workplace Relationship Policy in the forum Human Resources Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/human-resources-subsection/forum/topic/workplace-relationship-policy/ Thu, 28 Mar 2024 19:39:32 -0700 Would anyone be willing to share their workplace relationship policy with me? And/or any tips or advice for the policy creation and/or implementation?

I’m also curious to know how, or if, it is addressed in the firm from a wider perspective beyond just the two individuals involved? For example, related to gossip or the like (which obviously could…Read more

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f0ffa9a6310d0f387c7f91d46568ea9f Brenda Brandon replied to the topic Sexual Harassment Policy in the forum Human Resources Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/human-resources-subsection/forum/topic/sexual-harassment-policy/#post-70369 Tue, 26 Mar 2024 23:53:35 -0700 Thank you both! Ruby, if you wouldn’t mind sending me a referral, that’d be appreciated.

Thanks again.

Brenda

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3d6e540dfa8f2cd26c6bd7923c52fdef Brenda Brandon replied to the topic Policy re Recording Inter-office Communicationsss in the forum Human Resources Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/human-resources-subsection/forum/topic/policy-re-recording-inter-office-communicationsss/#post-70367 Tue, 26 Mar 2024 23:48:22 -0700 Hi Jeanette. Thanks so much for sending this along!

Brenda

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944740dd36496ba5fff7ddf0691cf615 Seeta Prasad replied to the topic Law Interest Calculator in the forum Information Technology Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/information-technology-subsection/forum/topic/law-interest-calculator/#post-70356 Mon, 25 Mar 2024 15:11:11 -0700 Hi Gurmukh!

We use the Margill Law Interest Calculator and staff are happy with it. Their support desk is responsive and they send updated interest tables directly to our IT who ensure that the application is current and up to date.

Thanks,
Seeta

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daa9807a9a3cfb1133cc5fc348164fab Kaitlyn Thompson replied to the topic Casino Theme/Night - Staff Appreciation in the forum Human Resources Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/human-resources-subsection/forum/topic/casino-theme-night-staff-appreciation/#post-70352 Sat, 23 Mar 2024 14:47:05 -0700 We make it a whole week of activities, something every day. Things we have don are coffee coupons to be used that week from the cafe in the building, Bingo and pizza in our lunch room, virtual/in person painting session, happy hour where we also invite lawyers and had various games on our patio (giant jena, bean bag toss), wellness seminar, catered lunch.

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8668250059d284b2cd5a9abffd196e3c Kaitlyn Thompson replied to the topic Casino Theme/Night - Staff Appreciation in the forum Human Resources Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/human-resources-subsection/forum/topic/casino-theme-night-staff-appreciation/#post-70351 Sat, 23 Mar 2024 14:44:03 -0700 Perfect, thank you so much!

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6802891086bbd3e0172f19f526e8f0a6 Kaitlyn Thompson replied to the topic Casino Theme/Night - Staff Appreciation in the forum Human Resources Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/human-resources-subsection/forum/topic/casino-theme-night-staff-appreciation/#post-70350 Sat, 23 Mar 2024 14:43:37 -0700 These are GREAT ideas, thank you so much 🙂

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c2a30e47275636b1ae50346251266d94 Christine Drag replied to the topic Virtual Client Identification & Verification Vendors? in the forum Information Technology Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/information-technology-subsection/forum/topic/virtual-client-identification-verification-vendors/#post-70342 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 21:45:36 -0700 Nice to hear from you, Gurmukh! Thanks for the note.

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079bd38406a83240a504039f10bf3852 Samantha Cussen joined the group Information Technology Subsection https://bclma.org/activity/p/27407/ Wed, 20 Mar 2024 19:44:39 -0700 0 91a364abcfdb0464bdc79d974de5c43c Gurmukh Ghag started the topic Law Interest Calculator in the forum Information Technology Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/information-technology-subsection/forum/topic/law-interest-calculator/ Wed, 20 Mar 2024 19:29:51 -0700 Hi all, I just was wondering if anyone was using a Law Interest Calculator? We were using one from Dye and Durham, but from my understanding, it has not been support in about 10 years? We are looking into the Interest calculator from Margill. Does anyone have any feedback on that product or any other product?

Thanks in advance.

Gurmukh

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2bb08a48d2d5f7a941d1913b3ca7a956 Gurmukh Ghag replied to the topic Virtual Client Identification & Verification Vendors? in the forum Information Technology Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/information-technology-subsection/forum/topic/virtual-client-identification-verification-vendors/#post-70340 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 19:25:31 -0700 Hi Christine, we are also looking into the DocuSign solution as well. I’m meeting with them next week.

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0e1ff74e97ed302135e0a8d15a859cb4 Leslie Green replied to the topic Sexual Harassment Policy in the forum Human Resources Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/human-resources-subsection/forum/topic/sexual-harassment-policy/#post-70329 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 20:52:26 -0700 The information and templates at WorksafeBC will provide a good starting point for crafting your policies.

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e28bc04a8f9f682e8004cb892dcb1c29 Barbara McNab replied to the topic Photocopier - Options in the forum Facilities & Services Management Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/facilities-services-management-subsection/forum/topic/photocopier-options/#post-70327 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 17:36:52 -0700 We use Canon and are very happy with them. I’ve used Ricoh in past and wasn’t happy.

Please reach out if you need details.

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4dfc242bfec9b95896a49c650091a7bc Ruby Jinnah replied to the topic Photocopier - Options in the forum Facilities & Services Management Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/facilities-services-management-subsection/forum/topic/photocopier-options/#post-70325 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 17:30:28 -0700 I have been using Automation One for the past 15 or so years, and they are awesome! Service is excellent as well. Contact information is below. If you would like to chat, please feel free to give me a call.

John Tucker
Area Manager
AUTOMATION ONE BUSINESS SYSTEMS INC.
1365 Boundary Road
Vancouver, B.C. V5K 4T9
johntucker@shaw.ca
Direct:…Read more

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281a8520c766875cf68d0e6fcd079958 Malou Angeles started the topic Photocopier - Options in the forum Facilities & Services Management Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/facilities-services-management-subsection/forum/topic/photocopier-options/ Tue, 19 Mar 2024 17:27:09 -0700 Hi Everyone,

McMillan is working through the photocopier refresh project and would like to canvass on what equipment you use and if there are any recommendations. We would appreciate any feedback on the following;
– What photocopier vendor do you use?
– Would you recommend them?
– Are they reliable from a service perspective?

Many thanks,
Malou

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3763781b7e390f85a0985bb23d631e33 Jeannette Damaso replied to the topic Policy re Recording Inter-office Communicationsss in the forum Human Resources Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/human-resources-subsection/forum/topic/policy-re-recording-inter-office-communicationsss/#post-70321 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 16:27:44 -0700 Hi Brenda, I’m currently working on a Recording Policy. This is a draft of the overall policy proposal.

DB is dedicated to fostering a work environment that encourages the free expression of views and ideas while upholding the professional integrity of its lawyers. It is a cornerstone of the legal profession that every lawyer has a duty to…Read more

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5b70ac6130eceb410f2904100094767c Ruby Jinnah replied to the topic Sexual Harassment Policy in the forum Human Resources Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/human-resources-subsection/forum/topic/sexual-harassment-policy/#post-70319 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 14:32:58 -0700 You should have all this covered in your firm’s Bullying & Harrassment Policy… procedures, policies, and how and who to report to.

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a2d316d60630c2180a537847ac718f64 Brenda Brandon started the topic Policy re Recording Inter-office Communicationsss in the forum Human Resources Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/human-resources-subsection/forum/topic/policy-re-recording-inter-office-communicationsss/ Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:42:17 -0700 Hi all,

Further to last week’s Employment Law Updates seminar, does anyone have a policy regarding recording inter-office communications, meetings, etc. that they’d be comfortable sharing.

Thank you!

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72a878e0683da703f7ea1d45613451b6 Brenda Brandon started the topic Sexual Harassment Policy in the forum Human Resources Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/human-resources-subsection/forum/topic/sexual-harassment-policy/ Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:17:11 -0700 Hi all,

Further to last week’s Employment Law Updates seminar, does anyone have a sexual harassment policy that they’d be comfortable sharing that covers the procedure for how to report an incident.

Thank you!

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f7dfcd2e5d673d1de4fa9b7d5707909f Milana Smiljanic started the topic Leadership Development in the forum Human Resources Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/human-resources-subsection/forum/topic/leadership-development/ Mon, 18 Mar 2024 23:29:51 -0700 Hello everyone,

I was wondering if anyone would be willing to share your training programs and topics for your leadership groups? It would be great to know the frequency of the training and if it’s a formal program or ad-hoc sessions. We recently did a seminar on mental health for our people leaders and I am curious as to what’s being done at…Read more

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edc52f43ca34958fbd2a7559c5647f1f Nina Astle replied to the topic Harassment Investigation Training in the forum Human Resources Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/human-resources-subsection/forum/topic/harassment-investigation-training/#post-70314 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 20:40:59 -0700 Hi Jeannette,

Southern Butler Price LLP (https://www.southernlaw.ca/) offers investigation training. We used them for a more broad Respectful Workplace training. I highly recommend Nicole Byres and Reut Amit.

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9b5f91b905bf21628f38420847ec5734 Jeannette Damaso started the topic Harassment Investigation Training in the forum Human Resources Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/human-resources-subsection/forum/topic/harassment-investigation-training/ Mon, 18 Mar 2024 19:32:32 -0700 Hi all, Has anyone attended a Harassment Investigation Training course or can recommend one?

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727b5ccef05d33c105f90cd2d52e258e Jeannette Damaso started the topic Family Forming Benefits in the forum Human Resources Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/human-resources-subsection/forum/topic/family-forming-benefits/ Mon, 18 Mar 2024 18:57:00 -0700 Hi everyone! Does anyone currently offer Family Forming Benefits at their Firm for IVF, adoption, medications, etc? Or have any research from other Firms to share?

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2fc908617a2282e20d4598fc3b7f392e Andrea Pickavance started the topic Partner Sabbatical Policy/Model in the forum Human Resources Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/human-resources-subsection/forum/topic/partner-sabbatical-policy-model/ Mon, 18 Mar 2024 17:11:29 -0700 Hello,

I’m reaching out to gather insights into how various firms structure their Partner Sabbatical policies and am hopeful some members are comfortable sharing the main points of their firm’s policy, especially regarding flexibility and distribution of sabbatical time:

Our Current Policy:
• Each partner is eligible for a one-year sabba…Read more

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65e98074011e80cd14fcb4f7c36e4af6 Andrea Pickavance joined the group Knowledge Management Subsection https://bclma.org/activity/p/27383/ Mon, 18 Mar 2024 17:04:44 -0700 0 71141276cad8e7db8b69f7b404f01097 Cadence Konopaki replied to the topic Mental Health Week & Subscriptions in the forum Human Resources Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/human-resources-subsection/forum/topic/mental-health-week-subscriptions/#post-70310 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 16:50:09 -0700 We will be doing daily lunch hour walks and are exploring the possibility of having an art therapist do a couple group sessions.

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82f589f62563d3615fa65aa7eeebb2f6 Anne-Sophie Lacoste started the topic Mental Health Week & Subscriptions in the forum Human Resources Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/human-resources-subsection/forum/topic/mental-health-week-subscriptions/ Thu, 14 Mar 2024 22:45:52 -0700 Hello everyone,

As Mental Health Awareness Week in approaching, I was wondering if anyone would be willing to share any activities you have provided or will organize within your firm? In addition, I am looking for recommendations on subscriptions/ apps that your firm may be providing to your staff and lawyers as resources. For example, we use…Read more

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0cabae0270919e5803de9d0913de4320 Tanner Cherepuschak replied to the topic Casino Theme/Night - Staff Appreciation in the forum Human Resources Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/human-resources-subsection/forum/topic/casino-theme-night-staff-appreciation/#post-70294 Wed, 13 Mar 2024 20:22:59 -0700 Hey Everyone,

We’ve done a few different events for fun that have been very successful. Things like a lawn bowling tournament are great to get everyone out and together. Last year we did a Social Scavenger Hunt which was a huge success for an activity. Try SocialScavenger.com for some ideas.

Other than that we’ve some appreciation events like…Read more

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df8a8b904a2b454f3b3534c35e28e104 Rebecca Tomlinson replied to the topic iManage CM template best practices in the forum Knowledge Management Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/knowledge-management-subsection/forum/topic/imanage-cm-template-best-practices-2/#post-70293 Wed, 13 Mar 2024 19:36:40 -0700 Thank you!

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d3dcf902739974bdaa8bcdd4c911b70b Aninder Sandhu replied to the topic Casino Theme/Night - Staff Appreciation in the forum Human Resources Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/human-resources-subsection/forum/topic/casino-theme-night-staff-appreciation/#post-70292 Wed, 13 Mar 2024 19:24:11 -0700 Do you have any other ideas?

We usually do admin day not the week. I would like to see what other law firms are doing when they are celebrating the week.

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a3709e0e104efdcb6cf099f84e96dade Emma Chen joined the group Human Resources Subsection https://bclma.org/activity/p/27318/ Wed, 13 Mar 2024 19:16:57 -0700 0 bbe853405477abcf692cf6e629a7e2aa Alexia Khatchadourian replied to the topic Casino Theme/Night - Staff Appreciation in the forum Human Resources Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/human-resources-subsection/forum/topic/casino-theme-night-staff-appreciation/#post-70291 Wed, 13 Mar 2024 19:06:28 -0700 Hi Kaitlyn, we’ve used https://montecarlonights.com/ and would recommend

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2174f69d17fbb967fcc1b4e17f824bb7 Kaitlyn Thompson started the topic Casino Theme/Night - Staff Appreciation in the forum Human Resources Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/human-resources-subsection/forum/topic/casino-theme-night-staff-appreciation/ Wed, 13 Mar 2024 18:57:19 -0700 Hello!

As I am sure many of you are, our firm is starting to think about Staff Appreciation Week! Has anyone done a casino theme where a company comes in and opens a mini-casino in your office? Looking for feedback and company recommendations.

Thanks so much in advance!

Kaitlyn

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f5da00938cd24eaae8d9432d6bbc764e Jennifer Funk replied to the topic Office Dairy Delivery in the forum Facilities & Services Management Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/facilities-services-management-subsection/forum/topic/office-dairy-delivery/#post-70273 Tue, 12 Mar 2024 18:18:57 -0700 Hi everyone, thanks so much for your responses!

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f3417d5c0a821167ed5719a48a481235 Christine Drag replied to the topic Virtual Client Identification & Verification Vendors? in the forum Information Technology Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/information-technology-subsection/forum/topic/virtual-client-identification-verification-vendors/#post-70271 Tue, 12 Mar 2024 17:33:59 -0700 Thanks, Kevin. Docusign was the only vendor from the list that we were familiar with!

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697187b24422e09a061b762050755291 Kevin Bahng replied to the topic Virtual Client Identification & Verification Vendors? in the forum Information Technology Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/information-technology-subsection/forum/topic/virtual-client-identification-verification-vendors/#post-70266 Tue, 12 Mar 2024 03:09:36 -0700 Hi Christine,
We’re looking into options. LSBC’s Practice Resource Guide on ID verification lists a few vendor solutions. Since we already use Docusign for electronic signatures, I’m looking into their option for ID verification.

“The Law Society doesn’t vet or endorse vendors or their products. Some of the many vendors providing ID a…Read more

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30491523a7f47eccf5fa0bf0928ae76a Teresa Hornacek replied to the topic Replacement for Spinnit Drill in the forum Facilities & Services Management Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/facilities-services-management-subsection/forum/topic/replacement-for-spinnit-drill/#post-70260 Mon, 11 Mar 2024 20:11:04 -0700 Thanks, Joelle. Unfortunately they were my first point of contact and had no suggestions for a replacement available and certified in Canada.

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1ca70f12daba34d3ab392522ea21d59a Zarah Hofer started the topic Student Application Process in the forum Human Resources Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/human-resources-subsection/forum/topic/student-application-process/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 18:30:16 -0700 Hello,
I’m wondering if anyone can share what their practice is for anonymizing the student applications, or if this is something your firm does? This has been our firm process for a number of years, however it’s incredibly time consuming and I was curious if other firms were doing this as well and what is getting anonymized?

Thank you!
Zarah

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1b6e50aa2a2526583e354c598ba1d8e1 Christine Drag started the topic Virtual Client Identification & Verification Vendors? in the forum Information Technology Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/information-technology-subsection/forum/topic/virtual-client-identification-verification-vendors/ Fri, 08 Mar 2024 22:30:50 -0800 Hello all,

Happy Friday.

For those with offices in ON, do you have any experience with virtual client identification & verification vendors?

Further to the LSBC’s rule change that came into effect today, I would love to hear if anyone has vendors that they would recommend.

Thanks!

Christine

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96419c13617b7ba2612cc4463e8fbdd3 Mahsa Eskandari replied to the topic Office Dairy Delivery in the forum Facilities & Services Management Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/facilities-services-management-subsection/forum/topic/office-dairy-delivery/#post-70248 Fri, 08 Mar 2024 18:43:13 -0800 We have been using Vanhoutte, and they have been fantastic. They deliver to us every week, and their responsiveness is top-notch.

A heads-up for the Instacart users: We used Instacart for two years but recently stopped due to a concerning incident. One of their delivery people intentionally damaged our property, beating up our elevator…Read more

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213d3dcca166b430581b6443d0a76af3 Alison Fletcher replied to the topic Office Dairy Delivery in the forum Facilities & Services Management Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/facilities-services-management-subsection/forum/topic/office-dairy-delivery/#post-70247 Fri, 08 Mar 2024 17:48:35 -0800 Hi, we are using Canteen Canada and they are pretty good. We use them for dairy, coffee, tea, stirsticks, sugar etc. They deliver once a week and put the dairy directly in the refrigerators.

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107d26d8a18fe34adb43f303e55c5062 Linda Lam replied to the topic Office Dairy Delivery in the forum Facilities & Services Management Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/facilities-services-management-subsection/forum/topic/office-dairy-delivery/#post-70245 Thu, 07 Mar 2024 23:36:05 -0800 We also started using instacart recently. It’s great! Same day delivery and endless options. Initially, we were using ThirstFirst until we realized they were charging us $16 for 2L of Silk Oat Milk!

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12df24572d726ce47cab1ea463ab20f7 Regan Forrester replied to the topic Office Dairy Delivery in the forum Facilities & Services Management Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/facilities-services-management-subsection/forum/topic/office-dairy-delivery/#post-70244 Thu, 07 Mar 2024 23:09:06 -0800 We have runners in the office that pick up cream from the closest store….what a pain!

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c0b3227cbeff513db10044845d02ca0c Christine Drag replied to the topic Office Dairy Delivery in the forum Facilities & Services Management Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/facilities-services-management-subsection/forum/topic/office-dairy-delivery/#post-70243 Thu, 07 Mar 2024 22:47:37 -0800 Hi Jennifer,

My colleague recommends Instacart+ ($99 annual subscription). Also helpful for Costco snacks etc.

Aramark might also deliver milk products if you used them for coffee or one of their other many services.

Christine

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4676bc21ef9690173c4b96fd1dc06c39 Jennifer Funk started the topic Office Dairy Delivery in the forum Facilities & Services Management Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/facilities-services-management-subsection/forum/topic/office-dairy-delivery/ Thu, 07 Mar 2024 22:13:29 -0800 Hi everyone,

We just receive d a notice form Dairyland/Saputo that they’re shutting down their delivery service at the end of the month. Curious who everyone else is using to stock their office fridge with milk and non-dairy milks.

Thanks!
Jennifer

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929231a3f51dda5af6d59c2558e22c99 James McIntosh replied to the topic iManage CM template best practices in the forum Information Technology Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/information-technology-subsection/forum/topic/imanage-cm-template-best-practices/#post-70234 Wed, 06 Mar 2024 16:12:12 -0800 Hi Rebecca, I have some lessons learned for sure that I can pass along. I’ll email you shortly.

thanks,

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47a5c8b8eeaaba06142c58bf7b502353 Maral Angha replied to the topic iManage CM template best practices in the forum Knowledge Management Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/knowledge-management-subsection/forum/topic/imanage-cm-template-best-practices-2/#post-70233 Wed, 06 Mar 2024 15:55:30 -0800 Hi Rebecca,
As Kent mentioned, you can develop different folders for different practice groups. We worked very closely with the practice group leaders and their staff to develop a folder structure that felt right for the groups needs. It’s important to determine what that particular practice group is looking for in terms of core folders and flex folders.

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51bdfeb839fe4120fd7d319c7f830e93 Kent Chen replied to the topic iManage CM template best practices in the forum Knowledge Management Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/knowledge-management-subsection/forum/topic/imanage-cm-template-best-practices-2/#post-70232 Wed, 06 Mar 2024 01:21:15 -0800 Hmm…my understanding is that you can set up different folder structures for different practice groups…that’s at least what we did for our implementation. It works great so far.

Kent

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09213221f3cedc4fb543c4afaab17aba Rebecca Tomlinson started the topic iManage CM template best practices in the forum Knowledge Management Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/knowledge-management-subsection/forum/topic/imanage-cm-template-best-practices-2/ Tue, 05 Mar 2024 22:26:38 -0800 We started using iManage last year, and it seems as though the folder structure we launched with is not quite meeting the needs of our users. Curious if anyone has some lessons learned from their own experiences of implementing iManage, and if you have found a folder structure that works for your firm as a whole. Feel free to email me directly at…Read more

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46180ccdc2ed8ccda3d0e002b9253278 Rebecca Tomlinson started the topic iManage CM template best practices in the forum Information Technology Subsection https://bclma.org/groups/information-technology-subsection/forum/topic/imanage-cm-template-best-practices/ Tue, 05 Mar 2024 22:24:46 -0800 We started using iManage last year, and it seems as though the folder structure we launched with is not quite meeting the needs of our users. Curious if anyone has some lessons learned from their own experiences of implementing iManage, and if you have found a folder structure that works for your firm as a whole. Feel free to email me directly at…Read more

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