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In this podcast, the hosts discuss the concept of best practices in IT consulting and why they often need to be debunked. They highlight that clients frequently seek a definitive list of best practices, expecting these to be universal guidelines for tasks such as building databases or setting up environments. However, the hosts argue that best practices are highly situational and can be constraining if followed blindly.
The term "best practice" is considered misleading, as what is deemed best practice can change over time and is context-dependent. Clients often find comfort in the idea of best practices, seeing them as a way to de-risk their projects. However, the hosts emphasize that blindly following supposed best practices can actually increase risks rather than mitigate them.
They discuss how to handle client inquiries about best practices by explaining that there isn't a one-size-fits-all solution. Instead, they focus on scenario planning and providing preferred options based on the specific needs of the client. Transparency about the options and trade-offs is crucial for building trust and achieving better outcomes.
The conversation also touches on the allure of new technologies and features still in preview. While these can be tempting, it’s important to balance the excitement with the practicalities of using untested features and understanding the associated risks.
In conclusion, the hosts agree on the importance of having mature, informed discussions with clients to tailor solutions to their specific needs, rather than following generic best practices. They also decide to plan their podcast topics in advance for better organization and end on a light note, humorously assuring listeners that they are fully clothed.
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In this podcast, the hosts discuss the concept of best practices in IT consulting and why they often need to be debunked. They highlight that clients frequently seek a definitive list of best practices, expecting these to be universal guidelines for tasks such as building databases or setting up environments. However, the hosts argue that best practices are highly situational and can be constraining if followed blindly.
The term "best practice" is considered misleading, as what is deemed best practice can change over time and is context-dependent. Clients often find comfort in the idea of best practices, seeing them as a way to de-risk their projects. However, the hosts emphasize that blindly following supposed best practices can actually increase risks rather than mitigate them.
They discuss how to handle client inquiries about best practices by explaining that there isn't a one-size-fits-all solution. Instead, they focus on scenario planning and providing preferred options based on the specific needs of the client. Transparency about the options and trade-offs is crucial for building trust and achieving better outcomes.
The conversation also touches on the allure of new technologies and features still in preview. While these can be tempting, it’s important to balance the excitement with the practicalities of using untested features and understanding the associated risks.
In conclusion, the hosts agree on the importance of having mature, informed discussions with clients to tailor solutions to their specific needs, rather than following generic best practices. They also decide to plan their podcast topics in advance for better organization and end on a light note, humorously assuring listeners that they are fully clothed.
You can download Power BI Desktop from here.
If you already use Power BI, or are considering it, we strongly recommend you join your local Power BI user group here.
To find out more about our services and the help we can offer, contact us at one of the websites below:
UK and Europe: https://www.clearlycloudy.co.uk/
North America: https://clearlysolutions.net/