Thriving with Resource constraints!

Thriving with Resource constraints!

Resource constraints are one of the most common business constraints. We cannot allocate resources for all projects within any organisation at once. So, if we have multiple projects, how do we decide which projects to execute first? Generally, we have a good idea of...
Business Systems Are Always A Mess!

Business Systems Are Always A Mess!

I haven’t come across many organisations with fully functional Business Systems. For the majority of organisations, the Business systems are always a mess! For example, organisations suffer from underutilisation of the Business systems. The Business systems do not...
Why We Suffer From Convoluted Systems?

Why We Suffer From Convoluted Systems?

In business, we use many different types of software. Each piece of software has a specific purpose. There are often common capabilities among enterprise software. For example, we can record timesheets in the ERP and HR systems. Similarly, we can manage documentation...
Symptoms Keep us so Busy!

Symptoms Keep us so Busy!

Symptoms keep us so busy that we never get to the root cause. Organisations invest time and effort in assessing various problems. However, what they consider problems are generally symptoms of the problem. It is typical of organisations to continue investigating...
The Real Complexity of Business Systems!

The Real Complexity of Business Systems!

Enterprise Business systems appear to be complex. However, what they do is quite simple. These business systems facilitate the data-capturing process from various collection points—for example, end-user data entry, machine data. They undertake complex calculations...
It is About Who We Become!

It is About Who We Become!

It is not about what we get; instead, it is about who we become! It is not about losing weight overnight. Instead, it is about learning to be disciplined so we never become overweight. It is not about getting rich by winning the lottery. Instead, it is about learning...
How are you Influencing Influencers?

How are you Influencing Influencers?

We have a natural inclination and interest in learning certain subjects. However, our teacher can drastically change our interests. For example, I may hate history, but I may develop a genuine interest in learning because my history teacher helps me to relate to it....
Problems and Solutions!

Problems and Solutions!

Not all problems need solutions. They are simply not worth solving. So, it is best to leave them alone, and they may go away. We must manage a few risks proactively before they become issues or problems. So, we must watch them like a hawk and get them sorted. Few...