Personal injury law firms are most successful when they have organized systems that support effective workflows and keep them compliant with data privacy regulations. This requires choosing compliant software, but also being intentional with the computers they use in the office.
When a law firm is highly organized and has a streamlined workflow, they’re able to focus more on their clients to get big wins. For example, The Law Office of Mark C. Tanenbaum has gotten multiple multi-million-dollar settlements for their clients, all of which would not have been possible without an efficient, organized workflow.
While there are many factors that contribute to an efficient workflow, having the right computers plays a huge role. According to survey data, many personal injury attorneys use Apple devices over Windows because they want the reliability, even if it costs more up front. They accept the higher price tag because it will pay for itself in saved IT costs, time, and energy.
Apple devices are more practical for law firms
Although there are valid arguments related to personal preference, there are also practical reasons many attorneys use macOS and iOS. In short, Macs perform better and meet long-term needs better than devices that run on Windows OS. The biggest reason Windows devices fail to meet long-term needs is the fact that they break down more often and need to be replaced every couple of years.
Windows isn’t necessarily a bad operating system, but the devices that run Windows are often low quality. Attorneys who prefer Apple devices are simply not willing to deal with the numerous breakdowns that happen with Windows computers. Apple devices perform better and last longer than Windows devices, and it’s more than just the operating system.
Apple manufactures 100% of all devices that run macOS and iOS
When you look for a laptop, desktop, or mobile device running Apple’s operating system, you’ll only ever find devices made by Apple. Apple’s operating systems are proprietary and aren’t available to purchase, lease, or otherwise copy. This is the main reason Apple is able to maintain tight quality control over all devices that run their OS. They build all of their devices to high standards and when you buy an Apple computer of any kind, you know you’re getting that quality.
On the other hand, there are thousands of brands that make devices that run on Windows. Windows isn’t a free operating system, but its owner, Microsoft, does allow companies to install Windows on devices they sell for a fee. This opens the door for just about any computer manufacturer to use Windows as an operating system – even manufacturers that produce poor-quality machines.
Unfortunately, many Windows-based devices are cheaply made and tend to break down much faster. They also have more significant problems than Apple’s devices. For example, a lot of people buy cheap laptops from popular brands, only to experience keys popping off after a week, some keys just go dead, and within a few months they’ve got dead pixels on their laptop screen. While no computer is immune to these issues, it’s rarer with Apple devices, and won’t usually happen so fast.
The Apple ecosystem streamlines workflows
One of the biggest benefits of using Apple devices is the Apple ecosystem. When all of your devices are made by Apple, whether it’s a laptop, desktop, smartphone, or tablet, you can seamlessly switch devices and continue working. This makes it possible to leave the office and continue working from a tablet or phone while you’re out, and switch back to desktop when you return. You’ll have access to the same files, contacts, calendar, and everything else you’ve synced between devices.
Macs are user-friendly
There’s no comparison between Windows and macOS. Mac is more user-friendly, and that is part of what streamlines workflows. Windows computers require far more tapping and swiping to access files and folders than Apple devices, so Apple is ideal for anyone who wants to cut down on the number of repetitive actions they take just to get work done.
The user-friendly nature of macOS and iOS also makes it easy to onboard employees who are already seasoned Apple users. It’s not too hard for Windows users to get used to Mac, but people who exclusively use Mac will struggle to be efficient when forced to use Windows.
Macs support law firms
Although some people will always prefer Windows, personal injury attorneys who use Macs benefit from a higher level of efficiency and better workflows. Macs may be more expensive up front, but they’re easier to use, more durable, and last much longer than devices that run Windows.