The "narrowing of the web width seems symbolic of the trap that snares large newspapers. Unable to make the bold and sweeping changes that might reverse their sagging fortunes, they tinker with the format, making small and insufficient alterations."
"The more we looked at the prospects of editing and layout from outside the newsroom, the more it was clear these skills involving news judgment and experience are not likely to work well from afar." Gee, ya think?