Books were rare,expensive, time-consuming to create and copy, and difficult to transport. That is why collections ofprint-based books developed around centers of religious belief, learning, and wealth. It was cheaper andeasier for people to come to the collection than for the collection, or parts of the collection, to go to thepeople.

Organize as much as possible around teams, to achieve enhanced focus, task orientation, innovativeness, and individual commitment.

Collections of books and other documents, either printed or electronic, are a form of congregation.

The workplace revolution that transformed the lives of blue-collar workers in the 1970s and 1980s is finally reaching the offices and cubicles of the white-collar workers.

If a window of opportunity appears, don't pull down the shade.

Progress is mostly the product of rogues.

Vision is dandy, but sustainable company excellence comes from a huge stable of able managers.