As a pre-view of the materials to be presented at the Feb. 1, 2010 EDRM lunch-and-learn session at LegalTech, here are the updated level two EDRM Evergreen diagrams:
Identification
Aim: To identify subject matter experts, resources involved, potential sources of data; to determine the depth and breadth of potential liability; to aggregate information sources for developing course of action.
Goal: Evaluate, leverage and mitigate.
* Although represented as a linear workflow, moving from left to right, this process is often iterative. The feedback loops have been omitted from the diagram for graphic simplicity.
Preservation
Aim: When duty to preserve is triggered, promptly isolate and protect potentially relevant data in ways that are: legally defensible; reasonable; proportionate; efficient; auditable; broad but tailored; mitigate risks.
Goal: Mitigate risks.
* Although represented as a linear workflow, moving from left to right, this process is often iterative. The feedback loops have been omitted from the diagram for graphic simplicity.
Collection
Aim: When data needs to be used, collect potentially relevant data in ways that are: legally Defensible; forensically sound; proportionate; efficient; auditable; targeted.
Goal: Mitigate risks.
* Although represented as a linear workflow, moving from left to right, this process is often iterative. The feedback loops have been omitted from the diagram for graphic simplicity.
Processing
Aims: Perform actions on ESI to allow for metadata preservation, itemization, normalization of format, and data reduction via selection for review.
Goal: Identify ESI items appropriate for review and production as per project requirements.
* Although represented as a linear workflow, moving from left to right, this process is often iterative. The feedback loops have been omitted from the diagram for graphic simplicity.
Review
Aim: To gain an understanding of document content while organizing them into logical sub-sets in an efficient and cost effective manner.
Goal: Develop facts, reduce risk, reduce cost, leverage technology, facilitate collaboration and communication.
* Although represented as a linear workflow, moving from left to right, this process is often iterative. The feedback loops have been omitted from the diagram for graphic simplicity.
Analysis
Aim: To develop, facilitate, test and validate processes for handling e-discovery efforts.
Goal: Assess and understand ESI throughout the life of the case for the purpose of making educated decisions and developing a defensible, strategic plan.
Production
Aim: To prepare and produce ESI in an agreed upon and usable format.
Goal: Efficient production in compliance with agreed production specifications and timelines, reduce cost, reduce risk, reduce errors.
* Although represented as a linear workflow, moving from left to right, this process is often iterative. The feedback loops have been omitted from the diagram for graphic simplicity.
Presentation
Aim: Displaying ESI before audiences (at depositions, hearings, trials, etc.), especially in native & near-native forms, to elicit further information, validate existing facts or positions, or persuade an audience.
Goal: Develop facts, leverage technology, facilitate communication and persuade.
* Although represented as a linear workflow, moving from left to right, this process is often iterative. The feedback loops have been omitted from the diagram for graphic simplicity.
