Corporations have traditionally scrutinised how well their business units, including their law departments, are managing their workflow and costs. When the global economy is under strain, however, that scrutiny has become even more urgent.

Today’s law firms aren’t just about star lawyers running point on a client’s matter. They’re about a team of allied professionals bringing their combined expertise to bear to achieve an outcome for the client.

It is safe to assume that every lawyer, no matter the size of the firm, aspires to become more efficient. Lawyers, here are six steps to help get you there.