ESI PROTOCOL PREPARATION
Meet & Confer Prep
PRODUCTION OPTIONS
Format Comparison
| Format | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|
| Native | Original metadata intact, cheaper processing | Hard to Bates stamp, redaction is complex |
| TIFF (Image) | Easy redaction, strict pagination (Bates) | Loses hidden text/formulas, higher processing cost |
| Universal readability, searchable | Slower load times in review platforms vs TIFF |
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Negotiation Checklist
- Agree on Deduplication methodology (Global vs Custodial).
- Establish Email Threading protocol.
- Confirm handling of Native files (Excel, PPT, Audio).
- Recommended Format: Native + TIFF (Based on standard industry practice to balance reviewability and metadata preservation).
- Selected Fields: 0 fields requested.
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