Tag Archives: Recession
The Technology Adoption Life Cycle
Posted on 06. May, 2010 by Phil Simon.
Why are so many organizations reluctant to implement new technologies? Why do organizations often take a “wait and see” approach?
Do Tech Companies Wield Too Much Power?
Posted on 06. Mar, 2010 by Phil Simon.
I recently did a guest post for ReadWriteWeb.
Disposable Workers, Newton’s Third Law, and The Lock Down
Posted on 11. Jan, 2010 by Phil Simon.
What are the often overlooked risks facing organizations that rely on non-employees? If an organization’s goal is to minimize short-term cost savings, then it’s hard for me to argue against using consultants. Cost aside, contractors and temps have no employment contracts and we’re generally not covered by US labor laws.
Is a Consultant Project Manager Truly Necessary?
Posted on 07. Jul, 2009 by Phil Simon.
On almost all projects, clients look for ways to minimize costs. They might question the need for a full-time consultant Project Manager. This is often a mistake. This short posts explores the pros and cons of having a dedicated PM on the consulting side.
System Challenges in a Recession
Posted on 15. Apr, 2009 by Phil Simon.
These days, rare is the organization undertaking a major system initiative. On the contrary, many organizations are struggling to survive and carry out basic operations, trying to do more with fewer employees. This article focuses on system considerations for organizations in lean economic times with respect to enterprise systems.
Employee Training in a Recession
Posted on 28. Mar, 2009 by Phil Simon.
This article discusses the increased importance, benefits, and risks related to employee training in a recession with respect to enterprise systems.
Traditional or Milestone Consulting: Which is Best?
Posted on 24. Mar, 2009 by Phil Simon.
Read about the different types of arrangements for people like me.
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