Time Quote by Stephen Cambone
“And the reason for focusing on that time frame is that it's going to take us a considerable period of time to develop the new capabilities, processes and organizations that will be needed.”
About This Quote
Source Report: Defense Strategy Review, Stephen Cambone, 2003
Developing new capabilities and structures will take considerable time, requiring sustained focus on the timeline.
In simple terms: Building new systems is a long‑term effort.
Key Takeaway
Plan for gradual development and organizational change.
Themes
strategy
organizational development
future planning
Mood
pragmatic
forward‑looking
Type
strategic
analytical
When to use this quote
- project planning
- policy formulation
- technology rollout
Key Concepts
systems engineering
change management
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you keep momentum over long periods?
- What milestones indicate progress?
A Different Perspective
The quote assumes resources will be available throughout.
