As a general he shows forethought, but also boldness. Intention involves mental activities such as planning and forethought. Jacob shows his willingness as well as his greater intelligence and forethought. The only counter to it is knowledge, wisdom, forethought, and understanding the First Rule. Despite the lack of complexity, forethought and skill are apparent in making these tools. Using this facility requires some forethought to avoid any unintended side effects. He prefers approaching his work with an empty mind and minimal forethought. Demobilization, in turn, was conducted without much forethought to its effects on readiness. He acts without forethought as to probable results. One fur trader, Edward Ermatinger, had the forethought to record some of these songs. Subsequently, he joined Forethought, Inc., where the development of PowerPoint was begun. Raikes and others visited Forethought on February 6, 1987, for a confidential demonstration. Forethought was first to market with a product in this category. Microsoft's first acquisition was Forethought on July 30, 1987. Later in 1987, Forethought and PowerPoint were purchased by Microsoft Corporation for $14 million.