On 1-Mar-07, at 7:53 AM, Cary Karp wrote:
If this applies without limit to the number of observers, a w.g. meeting can easily end up with an unmanageably large number of attendees.
I think we should cross that bridge if we come to it. I have seen many fine examples where large numbers of participants are regularly able to create consensus and move forward. An able chair and a reasonable framework are the core requirements. We should try to ensure that both of those conditions are present in our work, rather than optimize around inefficiencies such as poor frameworks and unable chairs at the expense of broadening participation. Ross Rader Director, Retail Services t. 416.538.5492 c. 416.828.8783 http://www.domaindirect.com "To solve the problems of today, we must focus on tomorrow." - Erik Nupponen