Monthly Archives: June 2012

Software Decisions: The Chicken and Egg Problem

Posted on June 28, 2012 by Patrick Russell

Businesses are often faced with the purchase or development of major software systems. We often refer to major business systems as “enterprise software” or “workflow” or “process automation.” There are many varieties of these big systems, but what they all … Continue reading →

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Software Upgrades: A Mixed Bag

Posted on June 18, 2012 by Patrick Russell

Software upgrades often leave computer users disgruntled.  Upgrades are designed to fix bugs and add new features.  However, adding features typically adds complexity, which can obfuscate work that had been comfortable.  A common complaint is that it now takes 5 … Continue reading →

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