When Tech Projects Go Wrong: mediation can save time, money, relationships

Even the best technology projects can run into difficulties. Misaligned expectations, missed deadlines, scope creep, communication breakdowns and disagreements over delivery can quickly escalate into costly disputes that damage relationships and distract businesses from growth.

Join us for an insightful and practical session exploring how professional mediation can help tech businesses prevent, manage and resolve disputes before they become expensive legal battles.

Drawing on extensive experience in contract negotiation and dispute resolution, our expert speaker will explain why legal disputes arise so frequently in technology projects and what founders, business owners and leadership teams can do to reduce the risks from the outset.

During the session, you'll learn:

• The most common causes of disputes between technology suppliers, partners and customers
• How clear communication, transparent dialogue and robust agreements can significantly reduce risk
• The warning signs of potential conflict and how to address issues before positions become entrenched
• The options available when disputes do arise, including litigation, arbitration and mediation
• How professional mediation works in practice and why it is often faster, more cost-effective and less disruptive than traditional legal action

Whether you're a founder, managing director, operations leader or project owner, you'll leave with practical strategies to protect your business, preserve valuable commercial relationships and navigate difficult situations with confidence.

This session will be led by former law firm founder Paul Berwin, a pioneer in the city in advising on technology contracts. A founder of the Society for Computers and Law Mediation Panel, Paul has extensive experience helping organisations resolve complex commercial and technology-related disputes, providing a unique insight into how businesses can avoid conflict and achieve better outcomes when challenges arise.