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“We now have a more direct description of technology than saying it is a means to a purpose. A technology is a phenomenon captured and put to use.”
― W. Brian Arthur, The Nature of Technology: What It Is and How It Evolves

“Technology, once a means of production, is becoming a chemistry.”
― W. Brian Arthur, The Nature of Technology: What It Is and How It Evolves

“The same diagrams are useful for the everyday person who wants to keep informed but not by having to delve deeply into the detailed technical jargon and details. This is where the tool known as a dashboard comes into play. Information Dashboards In an automobile, the driver needs to know a few critical pieces of information. Over time, the displays in front of the driver have evolved to present critical, important, and sometimes simply useful information: the display is called a “dashboard.” The point of an automobile dashboard is to make information readily available at a glance, without distracting the driver. In the field of information technology, dashboards summarize in a simple and clear form the key variables that are essential for decision-making. For example, decision makers need quick and authoritative assessments of conditions, allowing them to know where their attention should be focused.”
― Donald A Norman, Design for a Better World: Meaningful, Sustainable, Humanity Centered

“Philosophy is the study of fundamental questions concerning:   Reason   Beliefs   Mind   Knowledge   Language   Value”
― Michael McCathren, 6Ps of Essential Innovation: Create the Culture and Capabilities of a Resilient Innovation Organization