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We Are Not Making Swiss Watches

Please bear with me while I mention three apparently unrelated topics. I have a very good friend Harry who often offers me advice. Fortunately for me, the fact that I don’t want the advice has...

Executing a Simulation Project for the Simple Minded

This week I thought I would step back and offer a somewhat light-hearted summary of some of the things we have covered. Here are five simple steps for executing a simulation project. 1. Figure out...

Well – Managed – Agility

In previous articles we discussed a definition of agility and the potential oxymoron of managed agility. I coined the phrase “well managed agility” as part of the solution. I was asked why I used the...

Well Managed Agility – Start With No

Last time we talked about a definition of agility: The capability of being flexible and responsive to changes in the world around you. And I suggested that Well Managed Agility is one part of the...

Wood You Simulate?

I split a lot of firewood. I get most of my firewood in 18”-48” diameter logs that must be split lengthwise to about 6” thickness. Years ago when I first moved into a house with...

Making the Date

It is rarely pleasant to miss a deadline, and sometimes it can be downright career-limiting. Last week, we talked about some problems that contribute to missed project dates. Now let’s explore some solutions. Step 1...