Tag: Bureaucracy
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Why NYC Needs a New Approach to Public Infrastructure: Lessons from a 10-Year Pipe Installation
Why does it take nearly a decade to install a mere 500 feet of pipes in one of the world’s most advanced cities, New York City? This ordeal not only exposes systemic inefficiencies and bureaucratic pitfalls but also underscores the pressing need for reform in the way public infrastructure projects are managed. The current process…
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Why Innovation Heroes Signal Dysfunction in Organizations
In corporate environments, the term ‘innovation hero’ might seem commendable. It evokes images of individuals defying odds to bring significant advancements within their organizations. However, when an enterprise relies heavily on such innovation heroes, it often reflects deeper systemic dysfunctions rather than a thriving culture of innovation. As Nathan Compton pointed out, creating a meaningful…
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The Leap Second Debate: TAI, UTC, and the Future of Timekeeping
The discussion around leap seconds in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) and the significance of International Atomic Time (TAI) raises intriguing questions about the evolution of timekeeping systems. The comments reflect a divide between those who advocate for the abolition of leap seconds and argue for a shift towards TAI as the primary source of truth…