The man in charge must concern himself with details. If he does not consider them important, neither will his subordinates. Yet 'the devil is in the details.' It is hard and monotonous to pay attention to seemingly minor matters. In my work, I probably spend about ninety-nine percent of my time on what others may call petty details. Most managers would rather focus on lofty policy matters. But when the details are ignored, the project fails. No infusion of policy or lofty ideals can then correct the situation.

As a guide to engineering ethics, I should like to commend to you a liberal adaptation of the injunction contained in the oath of Hippocrates that the professi…

What it takes to do a job will not be learned from management courses. It is principally a matter of experience, the proper attitude, and common sense - none o…

The Devil is in the details, but so is salvation.

People respond to responsibility.

I can be President of the United States, or I can control Alice. I cannot possibly do both.

Don't blame the marketing department. The buck stops with the chief executive.