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39 TRIZ Features – long overdue

TRIZ is an engineering concept created a long time ago in Russia.  It proposes that there are 39 main features to any system, and that these can sometimes be conflicting, like for example speed and reliability in a Formula 1 … Continue reading

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Some Observations on Dysfunction in organisations

The Leadership Problem I have noted with interest that many people inside organisations operate without regard for the good of the organisation, or with a grossly faulty view of what is good for the organisation. Some people operate with their own departments interests … Continue reading

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Why SoberCounsel, Why???

The Original concept of SoberCounsel was to be a source of sage advice for IT Professionals, but the speed of change in Business has triggered a need for an adjustment. It is no longer enough to simply plan a signalling … Continue reading

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A Commencement Reminder

A friend of mine liked this video on Facebook today.  I liked it so much, I decided to make it the first post on my blog in a very long time.  Enjoy. Some great lessons, and an excellent reminder

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Architectural Patterns: A Pattern

We have often in the past struggled with the process of establishing some architectural patterns. It is probably one of those things, that if you try to find a use for it, you will fail, but one day it will … Continue reading

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