Was amazed to read this article about the original Xerox machine. http://bit.ly/hGUFdI
It was a stunning achievement in 1959, yet had such a tendency to...burst into flames...that it came with a "scorch protector"...otherwise know as a fire extuingisher.
Some would take a dim view of such a risky approach, but what a great corrolary to innovation in the workplace.
Many leaders have groundbreaking ideas that would benefit their orgs right now if they "shipped" them to use Seth Godin's term. Yet their hope for the benefits is outweighed by fear of "fires" that may flare if it isn't perfected.
I say go now, ship the copier.
But have a scorch protector!
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