Today’s communities and companies find themselves facing a host of competitive challenges: an accelerating pace of technological change, the emergence of new laws and regulations, the blurring of ethical boundaries, tighter budgets, and the need for accountability. These challenges require new thinking and new strategies. Each of us must explore innovative ways to resolve disputes outside of the courtroom. It is important to remember that conflict is merely a difference of perception. Conflict and …showed first 75 words of 272 total…

…showed last 75 words of 272 total…agency. The bottom line is that most conflict should be viewed as an opportunity, not as a battle between egos. Most conflict is based on misinformation and/or lack of communication. Alternative dispute resolution techniques, such as facilitation and mediation allow all disputants to voice their concerns and explore options and alternatives. ADR encourages timely resolution of controversial issues with mutually satisfying results. The strongest motivation to using alternatives to litigation is saving financial resources.