There is little debate that eDiscovery can be a daunting and expensive endeavor. Even small matters can involve scouring through terabytes of data. For some companies, litigation is one of the many costs of doing business. That cost, and specifically eDiscovery costs, can be one area that companies look to reduce as budgets shrink and companies look to identify cost savings.
Bringing a part or all of the eDiscovery process in-house is the right move for many organizations. There have been incredible advances in eDiscovery technology in the past few years. The industry has also created many talented individuals that can run and manage the process. However, it’s not a quick and easy decision. There can be a number of unforeseen and unexpected costs and hassles associated with bringing eDiscovery in-house that can quickly mitigate the savings and streamlining you hoped to achieve.
