April 2017 Table of Contents
Features
Legal Industry/Business Management
Decoding the UPBMS
By Erin Brereton
Roughly three years ago, ALA began developing a code set that could change the way the industry hires employees, evaluates efficiency and staffs back-office operations. Find out what effect it could have on the way your organization does business.
Legal Industry/Business Management
Get Your Game On
By David H. Freeman, JD
Gamification is more than just a buzzword. When implemented correctly, it can help your firm achieve its strategic goals.
Communications and Organizational Management
Do You Know Your Biggest Workflow Issues?
By Erin Brereton
Identifying and amending problems can mean the difference between your firm being profitable — or falling short of its goals.
Columns
Big Ideas: ALA President's Letter
Getting the Most From Your Membership
BP Perspective: Insights From a Business Partner
The Online Presence Toolkit
Innovations: Fresh Thoughts for Managing
Why Analytics Make Workflow Technology Mission-Critical in Today’s Law Firms
Insure Your Success: For the Emerging Workforce
Employee Benefits: Six Benefits Beyond the Astronomical Premiums
Test Drive: Gadget Reviews with Bill and Phil
SunnyCam — A Wearable Camera That’s Actually Wearable
Departments
Facts and Stats
Legal Management Updates
Industry News: Legal Management Updates
How to Solve the Paper Records Workflow That’s Killing Your Firm
Tips and Trends: Industry Advice and Developments
How Artificial Intelligence Is Transforming Today’s Law Firms
ALA Now
ALA Faces: Member and Chapter News
Anniversaries, Awards and Appointments
At ALA: Association News and Events
What’s Happening at Headquarters?