Important decisions require concentrated attention. One obstacle to effective decision-making is the inability of decision-makers to carve out the time required to give the decision due consideration. It is far too easy to get caught up in the day-to-day minutiae of running your organization (and life). If you are constantly distracted by your "to do" list, you will never find the time for … [Read more...]
Decision-making versus decision-aiding
The very idea of using software to assist decision-making often prompts a negative, knee-jerk reaction. Surely decision-making is a creative endeavor requiring judgement and insight? How can we replace experienced leaders with technology? First, it is important to recognize that assisting decision-makers does not equate to replacing them. Have you closed your finance department since you … [Read more...]