No need to apologize for late posting, for your commnets are always a fresh read — no matter the time of day. This post got me to thinking of excuses companies will come up with to defer incompetence of own management in hitting operational goals. Let’s see: Hurrican Gustav, Hurricane Ike — other acts of God, Credit Crises beyond their control, Rising Fuel & Food Costs…any excuses you think I’ve missed?

Best:
David J Phillips, editor
http://blogs.bnet.com/secdocuments/