April 2019 Table of Contents

Features

Operations Management
Selecting the Best Software for Your Firm
By Erin Brereton
Find out how to locate, evaluate and ultimately implement the ideal tech solution to satisfy your needs.

Legal Industry/Business Management
Unified Approach
By Valerie A. Danner
ALA’s UPBMS is filling a void and providing a standard for classifying legal operations.

Human Resources Management 
Run a Regular Check on Mental Health
By Kylie Ora Lobell
Statistics reveal many employees are struggling with depression. Do you know how to identify it and address it? 

Columns

Big Ideas: A Message from ALA's Executive Director
Aloha, Steve Wingert

BP Perspective: Insights From a Business Partner 
Member and Business Partner Interaction and Engagement

Innovations: Fresh Thoughts for Managing  
How Leasing Aligns Finance, Operations and Tech Needs for Your Firm

Marketing Matters: Boost Your Firm's Brand
What’s a Logo and Why Do We Need a Good One?

Test Drive: Gadget Reviews with Bill and Phil
Our Take on the Consumer Electronics Show 2019  

Departments 

Annual Conference Exhibitors
A List of Business Partners Exhibiting at the Show

Industry News: Legal Management Updates
User Adoption: Feeling the Love for Your New Tech

Tips and Trends: Industry Advice and Developments
Building Better Business Partner Relationships 

ALA Now

ALA Faces: Member and Chapter News
Anniversaries, Awards and Appointments

At ALA: News About ALA
What’s Happening at Headquarters?