Believe Quote by Scott Adams
“Normal people... believe that if it ain't broke, don't fix it. Engineers believe that if it ain't broke, it doesn't have enough features yet.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Dilbert Principle, 1996
Engineers view broken systems as opportunities for new features, not just fixes.
In simple terms: Engineers seek to add features to flawed things.
Key Takeaway
Embrace improvement mindset.
Themes
engineering
innovation
problem solving
Mood
analytical
practical
Type
technical
business
When to use this quote
- software development
- product design
- process optimization
Key Concepts
feature creep
continuous improvement
design thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- When is adding a feature counterproductive?
- How to balance fixing vs. enhancing?
A Different Perspective
Feature overload can reduce usability.
