The Most Poisonous Force in Technology
Patrick Masson,
CIOh-no,
Jul 09, 2007
A cutting and biting commentary from the perspective of an IT manager on why SLN2.0 (SUNY learning Network), an integration of "several carefully chosen Open Source projects, each with strong technical compatibility, resulting in a whole far greater than the sum of its parts," was rejected. "The IT Departments put 'consistency above customization, preventing individuals from exploring what technology products are best suited to their own needs' in favor of 'big-name products for their own convenience.'" Via Michael Feldstein, who recommends (and I agree) Patrick Masson's new blog.
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