I'm still not sure that "should" and "shouldn't" play much part here. Microsoft sells tools to do jobs. Companies and/or individuals buy the tools they need. The closer the match...

I forget which CEO of which Japanese company (suspect Honda) said this, but a memorable quote for me is, "Doing business is like shaving. No matter how well you do...

Because, of course, we do have lots of...

Matt Miller (2/28/2008)

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....you're right though - the overall goal is to somehow put a muzzle on the footprint. The issue isn't how to make things more efficient - we...

I wouldn't go that far, although I'd agree better using grapes...... 😀

Seriously, though, I agree with the...

webrunner (2/28/2008)

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You might have seen news about this knee brace. It's not for protection, though that is probably a possibility. This one actually generates power, helping to recharge small electronics....

He, he. Yes, indeed.

And with that line of analysis came a whole lot more pigeonholes....

And this is one of the reasons I tend to distrust some psychological techniques.

Certainly there can be defining characteristics to someone, but shoehorning people into compartments to try to define...

Because my company sees the value in being able to contact me whenever I'm away from my desk, I'm supplied with a company mobile, and have a monthly budget of...

I'll second SQLBill's sentiments!

Part of the reason my management team look after me is, I'm sure, because they know I'm prepared to reciprocate. I'm sure we've all got war stories...

I've mentioned in posts on other threads that I'm rather fortunate as regards the attitude of my employer (company or management team - take your pick).

I and my peers have...

Agreed with the "executive decision".

I'd also agree with James that that's the way it should be, but if you make something only available to experienced professionals, a lot of potential...

Steve Jones - Editor (2/13/2008)

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Major,

I tend to agree with you on defaults. I think that most of the time they're just set to something without a lot of thought about...

Interesting topic, Steve

In general, I agree. The best way is the way that gets the job done effectively, and the best of two equally effective ways is the one you're...

Dave (2/8/2008)

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Uh, you...