Consulting
Doing Things Right and Doing the Right Things
Rare is the organization that uses its systems wisely.
Phil Simon
Phil Simon is probably the world's leading independent expert on workplace collaboration and tech. He is a frequent keynote speaker and the award-winning author of 14 books, most recently The Nine.
Consulting
Five Reasons to Fire Your System Integrator
It's tempting to blame the system integrator for all project hassles and differences of opinion. Don't.
Consulting
Changing System Integrators: A Baseball Analogy
Blind faith in consulting firms is rarely justified.
Project Management
The Role of the Project Manager on a Failing IT Project
PMs are important but not omnipotent.
Project Management
The Need to Publicize System Failures
Why we need to peel back the onion.
Consulting
Is a Consultant Project Manager Truly Necessary?
Thoughts on the pros and cons of a dedicated PM.
Technology
When the Displacers Are Displaced
No organization can rest on its laurels.
Project Management
Systems Breakdown Case Study: A Square Peg and a Round Hole
A warts-and-all tale of system mismanagement.
Project Management
When Vendors Enter New Territory
Some are making ill advised moves.
Technology
Speed Sourcing
Organizations that cling to antiquated processes are colliding with new technologies.
Consulting
When Vendors Raise Annual Support Fees
Software vendors have recently announced increases in their annual support fees. What to do?
Consulting
The Different Focuses of Consultants and Clients
Clients and consultants often have unique and different focuses during business hours.
Data Issues
System Challenges in a Recession
Organizations need to identify essential employees via succession planning.
Social Media
Twitter, IT Infrastructure, and Unexpected Growth
Twitter has been experiencing more than its fair share of growing pains recently.
Project Management
Financial Firms Turn the Corner on New Systems
The burnt hand still teaches best.
Consulting
Traditional or Milestone Consulting: Which Is Best?
Read about the different types of arrangements for people like me.
Consulting
The Unmitigated Disaster
Shane Jewelers filed bankruptcy in January. Read about the carnage.
Project Management
Egolock
When an exec makes a bad decision, refuses to admit it change, and holds steadfast until the bitter end.
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