Outsourcing
Global Guide 2024 : Global Market Leaders
Band 4
About
Provided by Bird & Bird
Bird & Bird's Global Tech Transactions practice is a direct response to the continuing transformation and disruption technology is causing across many industry sectors. We focus on technology and how it shapes transactions, working closely with our procurement and regulatory lawyers to help our clients source, implement and manage their tech eco-systems.
We support technology vendors and users in navigating this fast-changing environment, advising on a wide range of transactions from traditional outsourcing, managed services and system procurement projects to innovative deals for the development and deployment of cutting-edge solutions based on AI, blockchain, Big Data, IOT and cloud-based technologies.
We also advise on technology joint ventures, collaborations and strategic alliances and work, working closely with our corporate team in advising on the acquisition of technology businesses.
Our lawyers have extensive experience of designing procurement and sourcing processes, supporting the implementation and in-life management of technology projects as well as the renegotiation of distressed projects. As a result, we are uniquely placed to provide you with an end-to-end service and support you through all stages of a technology project.
Chambers Review
Bird & Bird benefits from the firm's extensive experience advising high-profile international companies on outsourcing matters. It maintains a strong presence in the UK and is also noted for the depth of its resources in continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Middle East. The law firm offers:
* Experience representing government bodies, financial institutions and outsourcing service providers.
* Considerable expertise across a range of industry sectors such as aviation, media and hospitality.
* Familiarity advising on a broad spectrum of matters including contract management, retenderings and exit-planning matters as well as IT infrastructure and network service agreements.
Mark Leach, based in London, heads the firm's International Outsourcing group.