Committees Quote by Shepherd Mead
“Not even computers will replace committees, because committees buy computers.”
About This Quote
Committees influence technology purchases, ensuring that decision‑makers shape the tools they use.
In simple terms: Committees buy computers.
Key Takeaway
Decision bodies drive tech adoption.
Themes
bureaucracy
technology
procurement
power dynamics
Mood
wry
critical
Type
satirical
organizational
When to use this quote
- government IT contracts
- corporate IT steering committees
- academic research funding
Key Concepts
organizational behavior
technology governance
Practical Applications
- include diverse voices in tech procurement
- audit committee influence on purchases
Questions to Reflect On
- How can committees stay agile?
- What safeguards prevent self‑serving purchases?
A Different Perspective
Committees can slow innovation and create groupthink.
