IT Project Mechanic

If you have spent time in a few different IT shops, especially project shops, you probably have noticed something about processes. This is something that drives me bonkers about how people implement process. While this is designed to be somewhat humorous, this is potentially hazardous stuff and should be taken seriously…

Some places almost outlaw process - “we don’t need it” is the assertion.
Some places embrace process toward religious extremes - “too much process isn’t possible” is the claim.
Some places take what’s just right - and only what proves to be worthwhile pursuing.  Read the rest of this entry »