Christopher K. Hartley
04-12-2007, 9:29 AM
After re-reading the thread started earlier and examining the poll. This would be my suggestion. One thing I have learned over the years is that new projects are often better received and developed by using a pilot process. I know what Jim shared with us about a separate area:
...And it appears that Kieth is "game" for a dedicated critique area if there is a mutual decision to do it as well as some warm bodies to step up to the task...
However, I believe we might want to pilot the program here on our regular site for a period of at least 60 days and maybe 90 days depending on responses. Then when the results support the extra time and work necessary to set up the separate area there will be viable justification and established value for the staff to feel good about moving forward on the project. By following this method we can also tweak the program where we may need to be adjusted as it rolls out. I know there are a few individuals with valid concerns about how the program will impact the site. I believe their concerns have merit and if we see that miss-use or abuse of the program begins to demonstrate those concerns we can certainly pull the plug very easily. It will be important that all using the program hold themselves accountable to the guidelines. I suggest, based on the comments, that the guidelines be posted as a sticky here on the turning forum after review by the staff. In response to the manpower we need to follow through we have, according to the poll, 10 individuals who have stepped forward and answered yes to "If asked, I would be willing to serve as a Mentor". That number is somewhat firm and according to the guidelines, anyone can step into the role. I do not at this time know if other support personnel are needed but I will step up to any role I can play to aid in this project's fulfillment. Sorry, but we need to poll just one more time to see if everyone is good with this approach. If we are ok wite this then I will find out where we need to go from here.
...And it appears that Kieth is "game" for a dedicated critique area if there is a mutual decision to do it as well as some warm bodies to step up to the task...
However, I believe we might want to pilot the program here on our regular site for a period of at least 60 days and maybe 90 days depending on responses. Then when the results support the extra time and work necessary to set up the separate area there will be viable justification and established value for the staff to feel good about moving forward on the project. By following this method we can also tweak the program where we may need to be adjusted as it rolls out. I know there are a few individuals with valid concerns about how the program will impact the site. I believe their concerns have merit and if we see that miss-use or abuse of the program begins to demonstrate those concerns we can certainly pull the plug very easily. It will be important that all using the program hold themselves accountable to the guidelines. I suggest, based on the comments, that the guidelines be posted as a sticky here on the turning forum after review by the staff. In response to the manpower we need to follow through we have, according to the poll, 10 individuals who have stepped forward and answered yes to "If asked, I would be willing to serve as a Mentor". That number is somewhat firm and according to the guidelines, anyone can step into the role. I do not at this time know if other support personnel are needed but I will step up to any role I can play to aid in this project's fulfillment. Sorry, but we need to poll just one more time to see if everyone is good with this approach. If we are ok wite this then I will find out where we need to go from here.