People are not resources. Computers are resources.
An interesting read.
It is really easy to get lost in the “people are resources” mind camp.
“Human Resources”
We create departments in order to re-enforce this way of thinking. On charts and in discussions I hear this over and over.
I catch myself saying it.
It is a mental trap, something similar to saying “I want art on that wall”
It seems to be an excellent way to lower the chance of success.
Don’t forget to read the informative comments on that blog entry.