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The Time To Rethink Patents and Copyright

08.09.2011

Without question, the rights of creators need protecting. Whether it’s a form of copyright or patent, the inventors of the amazing things we use and enjoy every day deserve recognition and payment for their efforts. Unfortunately, our current system for protecting creators has been perverted by individuals, companies, and governments seeking perpetual exclusivity and big [...]

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Predictability vs Consistency

01.24.2008

On the Fast Company blog, I found this post highlighting the dangers of predictability for a business, in this case, Starbucks: It’s not just the service that is average, but predictable. The coffee is the same way…Predictability can be a double edged sword. It can put people in auto pilot, for example. Or it can [...]

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Chasing After Innovation or Money?

12.07.2007

Most nights, for the hour or so that I watch tv, I catch at least one Apple commercial. Of late, they’ve included particularly pointed byplay between “Mac” and “PC.” [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRAUlK8_2VE&rel=1] At the same time, I’ve watched posts flying all over the web about the issues with Mac’s latest operating system, Leopard. And even if Mac [...]

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No Change Required—Tweaking Experiences

11.28.2007

My new favorite thing is Candy Cane Hershey Kisses. Normally, I’m a lover of extra-dark chocolate. White seems wimpy in comparison. However, I’m addicted to the Candy Cane kisses because they combine the white chocolate with a hint of mint and bits of candy cane. These kisses make an excellent example for what you can [...]

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Creating Sunglasses

11.26.2007

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