1.     Only use technology that brings real value to the table.  In the beginning phases of a new technology it often does not bring as much value as its creators claim. Legal recruiters need to be careful that they only expend time and money on those technologies that will help them work more effectively or solve some important problem.

2.     Before buying any new technology find out how it is helping other legal recruiters.  Check out consumer forums and talk to colleagues about how the technology is helping them achieve their goals. 

3.     Understand that any technology that you purchase will be outdated within a year.  This is just a reality that we’re facing in this technologically fast-paced world.  You must thoroughly understand how the vendor selling you the technology plans to implement those upgrades.  Will you need to pay for upgrades?  If so, how much will they cost? Will they install them for you?  Will those upgrades be compatible with your existing systems? 

4.     Don’t be afraid to stop using any technology that doesn’t meet your needs.  Don’t ever feel that just because you purchased a technology for a certain about of money that you must continue to use it even if your needs as recruiter have changed.

5.     Finally, don’t feel that you must latch onto every technological craze that surfaces and claims to solve some real or imaginary problem.  Chose only the most effective technologies and maximize their benefits for your business.