iManage to Integrate AI, Governance in Knowledge Work Platform
Event summary
- iManage will unveil significant platform advancements at ConnectLive 2026, held in Chicago (May 19-20) and London (June 9-10).
- The platform enhancements focus on integrating AI to actively surface and act on institutional knowledge, moving beyond document storage.
- The new platform has been developed in collaboration with global law firms, in-house legal teams, and professional services organizations.
- Early access to the enhanced platform will be available shortly after ConnectLive, with broader availability expected later in 2026.
The big picture
iManage, a long-standing player in the legal document management space, is attempting to reposition itself as a leader in AI-powered knowledge work. This shift reflects a broader trend in the legal and professional services industries to leverage AI for increased efficiency and competitive advantage. The company's success will depend on its ability to execute on its vision and convince customers to embrace a fundamentally different way of working.
What we're watching
- Governance Dynamics
- The success of iManage's AI-powered platform hinges on its ability to provide robust governance controls, as highlighted by the AI governance roadmap, and adoption will depend on customer trust in those controls.
- Integration Risk
- The platform's improved integration with Microsoft 365 presents both opportunity and risk; seamless collaboration will be key, but any disruption could negatively impact user adoption.
- Agentic Future
- iManage's stated ambition to move towards an 'agentic future' where AI executes tasks requires significant technological advancement and may face resistance from users accustomed to more traditional workflows.