In This Issue: July 2008 / Cover Story

Aligning Visions

When sailing ships ruled the seas, sailors were very familiar with the act of kedging. If a ship was trapped on a becalmed sea, the captain would order the crew to kedge the ship — move it in the desired direction by dropping a small anchor ahead, and pulling the ship forward. This act was repeated until the wind again filled its sails.

Just a Toothbrush

Your pocket change can make a profound difference to children in Africa.

Editor's Note

On paper, July is a wonderful month. In the cold of winter, we yearn for beaches and sunshine. But for this California transplant, July is the penance I pay every year for the privilege of living in this wonderful city of New York.

Second Opinions: Sublime to Excruciating

PowerPoint presentations can be magical or just plain awful.

Second Opinions: Powering PPT

Delete the templates and let your imagination fly.

IT @ MORRISON & FOERSTER: Hearing Aids

When IT leaders attend client/lawyer meetings, true communication improves.

BALL IN YOUR COURT: Grimm Prognosis

Ruling gives teeth to the duty to use better search techniques.

Up Close: Eric Barefield

Professional Programs Counsel, Louisiana State Bar Association

GREEN LAW: A Multi-Pronged Approach

Kilpatrick Stockton reduces paper, travel, servers and hardware to go green.

TEST DRIVE: Navigating Your Trip

With a little help from technology, business travel can be more bearable.