Argue Quote by Hasso Plattner
“Please, please, please, my dear competition. We can beat each other and fight each other as much as we want and argue, but do not predict how a system really works when you really don't know and don't want to know. Either be better informed, or don't do it.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on decision making, 2015
Understanding a system requires knowledge; guessing without insight leads to error.
In simple terms: Know the system before predicting.
Key Takeaway
Seek information, avoid blind speculation.
Themes
knowledge
prediction
responsibility
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
advisory
critical
When to use this quote
- business strategy
- software development
- policy analysis
- risk management
Key Concepts
systems thinking
epistemology
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence do you need before making a claim?
- How can you improve your information sources?
A Different Perspective
Assuming competence without data can cause costly mistakes.
