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People are not resources. Computers are resources.

Posted on March 20, 2008 by Sandip Bhattacharya

An interesting read. People are not resources. Computers are resources… people are individuals with particular skills, passions, and ways of thinking. It is really easy to get lost in the “people are resources” mind camp. “Human Resources” We create departments … Continue reading →

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China – The country with balls

Posted on May 30, 2005 by Sandip Bhattacharya

China has now become too big and heavy to be intimidated by any country or bloc of countries. The latest move by China against protectionists point to this. At first Chinese textile exports swamped markets world wide, causing countries like … Continue reading →

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Is Canon selling overpriced digital cameras in India?

Posted on May 12, 2005 by Sandip Bhattacharya

Canon India is selling Powershot A95 at an MRP of Rs. 25,995/-. Amazon’s listing of A95 mentions a list price of $349.95 (or Rs. 15,121 at today’s exchange rates). Amazon actually sells it for $269.94 (or Rs. 11,664 today). The … Continue reading →

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Microsoft vs. Google

Posted on May 5, 2005 by Sandip Bhattacharya

A great article on the online tussle between Microsoft and Google. For anyone who has been watching Gates over the years, the idea that an upstart like Google could so flummox him and his fierce company takes getting used to. … Continue reading →

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