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Here’s an interesting paradox: as the use of computers has grown, the number of youngsters wanting to study them has fallen. This is leading serious [academic and political] concern about the loss of technology skills and future capability. I have heard much talk recently about the apparent difficulty of attracting young people to computing. Some of the UK commentators hark Continue reading article » 
How often do you see a project proposal that makes provision for staff incentives to achieve the project objectives? I’ll bet such a thing is a rare beast indeed, if not extinct. But this might be a substantive cause of project failure and disappointment. Personal Continuity Planning 
I was very pleased to contribute my views to this article in Computing magazine, by Gareth Morgan. My advice, intended for CIOs but equally relevant to other CxOs, focuses on keeping out of the crossfire, during a management shake-out. 
The keys to motivating knowledge workers are often counter-intuitive but an entertaining animation illustrates the issues extremely well. (Kudos to Dan Pink and RSA Animate) practical training is vital to successful change 
I want to promote the “F” word for a change. Not, I must hasten to add, the usual “F” word that most users associate with the IT department. No, I am talking about Fieldcraft, a term that will be instantly familiar to anyone with a military background, or with an interest in the world of espionage. Continue reading article » |
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