Why Lifecycle Planning and Sustainability Matter More in 2025

New tech brings opportunity, but managing that tech over time is what creates lasting value. The ILTA 2025 Technology Survey confirms what many law firms are already experiencing: without strong lifecycle planning, even the best technology becomes harder to manage, track, and refresh.

Meanwhile, environmental and operational concerns are moving up the priority list. As firms become more conscious of their sustainability impact, outdated infrastructure strategies are getting harder to justify, especially when modern alternatives offer better visibility and less waste.

The Lifecycle Management Gaps Most Firms Face

While firms continue to invest in upgraded systems, many still rely on outdated tracking methods. ILTA respondents noted challenges with:

• Inconsistent refresh schedules across departments

• Limited visibility into lease terms or end-of-life dates

• Manual spreadsheets and siloed tracking

• Aging hardware that hasn’t been replaced on time

These gaps increase internal workload, create compliance risks, and reduce the efficiency of support teams.

Sustainability Adds Another Layer of Urgency

More clients are asking firms about environmental practices. While software and cloud tools tend to get the spotlight, hardware decisions matter too.

Poor lifecycle management often results in:

• Holding onto equipment long after it’s efficient

• Missing reuse, recycling, or donation opportunities

• Increased energy usage from aging devices

• A patchwork of vendor contracts with no sustainability oversight

For firms that care about ESG goals or need to respond to procurement-conscious clients, these are gaps that can’t be ignored.

Leasing Helps Firms Stay on Track and On Mission

A structured leasing strategy supports both lifecycle management and sustainability.

CoreTech clients often use leasing to:

• Standardize refresh timelines across departments and locations

• Get full visibility into every asset and lease term

• Built-in end-of-life planning from day one

• Replace equipment before it becomes inefficient or costly

• Support recycling and vendor-certified takeback programs

This turns lifecycle management into a proactive, planned process, not a scramble when equipment fails or contracts expire.

Case Study: Building a Stronger Network for a Growing Firm

We funded $771,000 in networking gear for an NLJ 500 law firm focused on improving speed, stability, and connectivity across its offices. With flexible financing, the firm upgraded its infrastructure to meet growing demands without the delays or constraints of a large upfront expense. The result: better performance, improved security, and a future-ready foundation for continued growth.

How CoreTech Can Help

CoreTech helps law firms take control of the full equipment lifecycle. From lease structuring to centralized tracking and sustainability planning, we make it easier to align your infrastructure strategy with your values and your client expectations.

Contact CoreTech Leasing at info@coretechleasing.com to learn how better lifecycle planning can improve performance and reduce waste.