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CMS

Information Technology & Outsourcing

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Information Technology & Outsourcing - Scotland

Band 1

What the Team is Known For
CMS's top-tier department is able to draw on a deep bench of experienced technology specialists to handle complex IT projects. The firm is well known for financial services instructions and also experienced working in the public and education sectors. The team has additional expertise in emerging issues such as machine learning and a strong background in fintech, regularly advising banks and suppliers on the implementation of new technologies such as mobile payments.
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Work Highlights

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  • CMS advised Phoenix on its contract with Equisoft to integrate pension data with the UK government-mandated pensions dashboard service.

Strengths

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  • They are my one-stop shop for all legal needs now, and I'm yet to find a topic they couldn't help with.

    Information Technology & Outsourcing respondentUK

  • CMS have been really responsive and supportive. The CMS team has helped to guide us towards the best terms for our business.

    Information Technology & Outsourcing respondentUK

  • CMS is able to be commercial, adaptive and agile in the face of evolving client requirements. They are highly responsive and knowledgeable on emerging market trends.

    Information Technology & Outsourcing respondentUK

  • Their speed of response, clarity of advice and commerciality makes them the pre-eminent technology team in the market.

    Information Technology & Outsourcing respondentUK

  • CMS has in-depth knowledge and experience.

    Information Technology & Outsourcing respondentUK

Notable Practitioners

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  • Alan Nelson
    Alan Nelson

    Alan Nelson

    Alan Nelson is the managing partner of CMS Glasgow. His tech practice covers a range of complex IT matters, including the negotiation of service agreements, outsourcing and systems procurement.

    • Alan has great market knowledge and commercial awareness. He always adds value and is a pleasure to deal with.

      Information Technology & Outsourcing respondentUK

    • Alan is great to work with and an expert in his field. He is highly responsive and motivated. He consistently demonstrates a genuine commitment to our business and the work he does for us.

      Information Technology & Outsourcing respondentUK

    • Alan is great to work with. He is very practical.

      Information Technology & Outsourcing respondentUK
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  • Martin Beveridge
    Martin Beveridge

    Martin Beveridge

    Martin Beveridge has extensive expertise in the formation of outsourcing and IT service agreements, and is often sought after by public sector clients and fintech companies.

    • Martin has excellent legal skills and market awareness, allowing him to focus on the key risk areas. He is easy to deal with, always willing to help and goes the extra mile for his clients.

      Information Technology & Outsourcing respondentUK

    • Martin is exceptionally responsive and provides a high level of overall client service. He is easy to deal with and good at cutting through the jargon when discussing complex legal concepts.

      Information Technology & Outsourcing respondentUK

    • Martin paid great attention to detail and tackled every problem with great skill and understanding.

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