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Switching eDiscovery providers is often stressful. But here's the secret to a seamless transition: (1) Explore your provider's transition services, (2) Create a transition plan, (3) Master the software before showing it to your team, (4) Set a budget and stick to it.

Open iChat files using specialized eDiscovery software so you can (1) Protect metadata, (2) Search the chats for keywords, dates, usernames, etc., and (3) redact privileged information.

Outlook stores your emails as MSGs, EMLs, PSTs, OLMs, and OSTs. But Outlook isn't ideal for eDiscovery because it changes email metadata. Instead, find an affordable Cloud eDiscovery service that can handle all Outlook's file types.

If you're trying to choose eDiscovery software, these are your options: (1) Repurpose the software you already have, (2) Use a simple Cloud eDiscovery service, (3) Invest in complex, advanced software. Here's what you need to know about each.

The concept of eDiscovery proportionality forces attorneys to keep costs in check, even as they search for the best possible tools for their cases. But with a little research and advanced planning, it's possible to balance costs vs. quality. The trick is to use Cloud software, choose reliable tools, and find an eDiscovery pricing system that keeps costs low in the long run.