Ball game Quote by Jon Postel
“Corporate documents, like football game plans, are not easily drafted in a stadium, with thousands of very interested fans participating, each with their own red pencil, trying to reach a consensus on every word.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Internet Engineering Task Force, 1994
Creating technical standards is chaotic when too many participants try to edit every detail.
In simple terms: Too many contributors hinder clear drafting.
Key Takeaway
Limit contributors for clearer standards.
Themes
technology
collaboration
standardization
Mood
analytical
pragmatic
Type
technical
procedural
When to use this quote
- software development
- policy drafting
- industry standards
- academic research
Key Concepts
consensus building
open processes
document drafting
Questions to Reflect On
- Who should have final say in standards?
- How to balance openness with efficiency?
A Different Perspective
Excluding voices can reduce inclusivity and innovation.
