On 20 Sep 2009 05:31:32 -0400, Jim Henderson <nos### [at] nospamcom> wrote:


>> Never heard of that before. Did you get it working?
>
>Nope.  Gotta have it towed to the dealer, probably to replace the 
>ignition switch cylinder.  The car is 10 years old, and things wear out.  
>But I can't have that looked at by the dealer until Monday.
>

Bummer :(

 
>> The only time work keeps me awake was when I worked offshore or when I
>> couldn't find any. :(
>
>There are days I wish I could just switch my mind off; today's one of 
>those days.  Trying to explain what I see as a bad decision to people who 
>have authority but only a few years' experience with the company's 
>history (compared to 20+ years for me in various capacities - customer, 
>employee, and shareholder - though arguably not many shares, but enough 
>to understand that the decision is bad for my share value) in a way that 
>gets me listened to and doesn't make it personal is not easy.
>

I see the problem but can't advise as that is not the sort of thing I'm good at.
I am good at saying "you should have listened to me." :-)

I've got a problem at my new job with authorities and user profiles. I'm
supposed to be copying the configuration of a SAP system to an upgraded system
(4.7 to ERP6). Besides the security clearance which will take at least another
week and the guy that I am replacing leaving on Tuesday. The access level
supplied (in a copy of the production system) is that of a technician who can
only create work orders but not process them. So how on earth can I see that
happens when I step through the processes to configure them similarly? I might
not last long ;-)

Anyway night, night :)
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     Stephen

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On Sun, 20 Sep 2009 10:43:49 +0100, Stephen <mcavoysAT@aolDOTcom> wrote:

>So how on earth can I see that happens

What happens :)
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On Sun, 20 Sep 2009 10:43:49 +0100, Stephen wrote:

> On 20 Sep 2009 05:31:32 -0400, Jim Henderson <nos### [at] nospamcom> wrote:
> 
> 
>>> Never heard of that before. Did you get it working?
>>
>>Nope.  Gotta have it towed to the dealer, probably to replace the
>>ignition switch cylinder.  The car is 10 years old, and things wear out.
>>But I can't have that looked at by the dealer until Monday.
>>
> Bummer :(

Yeah.  Having done a little research online, looks like the part is about 
$75 and should take less than an hour to replace, complete with 
rekeying.  But if the dealership doesn't have the part, I may not be able 
to drive to the office on Weds (and I need to do that).

>>> The only time work keeps me awake was when I worked offshore or when I
>>> couldn't find any. :(
>>
>>There are days I wish I could just switch my mind off; today's one of
>>those days.  Trying to explain what I see as a bad decision to people
>>who have authority but only a few years' experience with the company's
>>history (compared to 20+ years for me in various capacities - customer,
>>employee, and shareholder - though arguably not many shares, but enough
>>to understand that the decision is bad for my share value) in a way that
>>gets me listened to and doesn't make it personal is not easy.
>>
>>
> I see the problem but can't advise as that is not the sort of thing I'm
> good at. I am good at saying "you should have listened to me." :-)

Historically I've been quite good at that as well, but I'm trying to 
translate that skill to a more proactive (and hopefully thus *useful*) 
place.  The good news is that after one round of e-mails with two of our 
top execs, I still have a job.  I must've done something right. ;-)

> I've got a problem at my new job with authorities and user profiles. I'm
> supposed to be copying the configuration of a SAP system to an upgraded
> system (4.7 to ERP6). Besides the security clearance which will take at
> least another week and the guy that I am replacing leaving on Tuesday.
> The access level supplied (in a copy of the production system) is that
> of a technician who can only create work orders but not process them. So
> how on earth can I see that happens when I step through the processes to
> configure them similarly? I might not last long ;-)

Ouch.  Security clearances are almost always a problem, aren't they?

> Anyway night, night :)

Eventually, 4 AM here now.

Jim

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On Sun, 20 Sep 2009 05:42:10 -0400, SharkD wrote:

> Jim Henderson wrote:
>> The next problem I have to solve is finding a good clear space on my
>> desk for it.
> 
> Better yet, attach it to a hinged arm that you can swing wherever you
> want it to (and out of the way of the keyboard when needed).

Not a bad idea; I have it sitting in front of my monitor right now, and 
have used it on my lap even (which was actually quite comfortable) - so 
maybe something where I could store it under the desk surface would do 
the trick.

Jim

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Jim Henderson <nos### [at] nospamcom> wrote:
> Not a bad idea; I have it sitting in front of my monitor right now, and 
> have used it on my lap even (which was actually quite comfortable) - so 
> maybe something where I could store it under the desk surface would do 
> the trick.

  A friend of mine has had bad experiences about using a tablet directly
on his lap. Namely, his tablet got broken, and the reason might be that he
used it so often on his lap that the bending forces might have broken it.
Some tablets might not have been designed to be used that way, but instead
on a flat surface.

  Maybe use some plywood or whatever on your lap and use the tablet on top
of it, to be safe.

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On Sun, 20 Sep 2009 06:22:25 -0400, Warp wrote:

> Jim Henderson <nos### [at] nospamcom> wrote:
>> Not a bad idea; I have it sitting in front of my monitor right now, and
>> have used it on my lap even (which was actually quite comfortable) - so
>> maybe something where I could store it under the desk surface would do
>> the trick.
> 
>   A friend of mine has had bad experiences about using a tablet directly
> on his lap. Namely, his tablet got broken, and the reason might be that
> he used it so often on his lap that the bending forces might have broken
> it. Some tablets might not have been designed to be used that way, but
> instead on a flat surface.
> 
>   Maybe use some plywood or whatever on your lap and use the tablet on
>   top
> of it, to be safe.

Good thought, I probably wouldn't have thought of that.  I don't apply 
that much pressure to it, but it may not take a lot, and I'd hate to 
break something I paid $300 for....

Jim

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On 20 Sep 2009 06:15:14 -0400, Jim Henderson <nos### [at] nospamcom> wrote:

>> Bummer :(
>
>Yeah.  Having done a little research online, looks like the part is about 
>$75 and should take less than an hour to replace, complete with 
>rekeying.  But if the dealership doesn't have the part, I may not be able 
>to drive to the office on Weds (and I need to do that).
>

That's one of the advantage of living in a big city :D

>> I see the problem but can't advise as that is not the sort of thing I'm
>> good at. I am good at saying "you should have listened to me." :-)
>
>Historically I've been quite good at that as well, but I'm trying to 
>translate that skill to a more proactive (and hopefully thus *useful*) 
>place.  The good news is that after one round of e-mails with two of our 
>top execs, I still have a job.  I must've done something right. ;-)
>



>
>Ouch.  Security clearances are almost always a problem, aren't they?
>

No, this is only the second job that I've had to have clearance. Normally I get
the authority I need just by asking. If my security clearance isn't high enough
to be given the knowledge to understand the processes then they should either be
raised or the company should get someone who has the clearance. It is not as if
I would ever work in the Middle East, anyway.

>> Anyway night, night :)
>
>Eventually, 4 AM here now.

Tomorrow's Sunday, no work. :)
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     Stephen

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On 20 Sep 2009 06:16:10 -0400, Jim Henderson <nos### [at] nospamcom> wrote:

>On Sun, 20 Sep 2009 05:42:10 -0400, SharkD wrote:
>
>> Jim Henderson wrote:
>>> The next problem I have to solve is finding a good clear space on my
>>> desk for it.
>> 
>> Better yet, attach it to a hinged arm that you can swing wherever you
>> want it to (and out of the way of the keyboard when needed).
>
>Not a bad idea; I have it sitting in front of my monitor right now, and 
>have used it on my lap even (which was actually quite comfortable) - so 
>maybe something where I could store it under the desk surface would do 
>the trick.
>

I keep my big tablet under my keyboard.
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     Stephen

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On Sun, 20 Sep 2009 12:04:10 +0100, Stephen wrote:

> On 20 Sep 2009 06:15:14 -0400, Jim Henderson <nos### [at] nospamcom> wrote:
> 
>>> Bummer :(
>>
>>Yeah.  Having done a little research online, looks like the part is
>>about $75 and should take less than an hour to replace, complete with
>>rekeying.  But if the dealership doesn't have the part, I may not be
>>able to drive to the office on Weds (and I need to do that).
>>
>>
> That's one of the advantage of living in a big city :D

Indeed.  I might go down to the auto parts store today and see if they 
have what I need and can walk me through the installation.

>>> I see the problem but can't advise as that is not the sort of thing
>>> I'm good at. I am good at saying "you should have listened to me." :-)
>>
>>Historically I've been quite good at that as well, but I'm trying to
>>translate that skill to a more proactive (and hopefully thus *useful*)
>>place.  The good news is that after one round of e-mails with two of our
>>top execs, I still have a job.  I must've done something right. ;-)
>>
>>
> If no one speaks out … :)

Exactly what I thought.

> 
>>Ouch.  Security clearances are almost always a problem, aren't they?
>>
>>
> No, this is only the second job that I've had to have clearance.
> Normally I get the authority I need just by asking. If my security
> clearance isn't high enough to be given the knowledge to understand the
> processes then they should either be raised or the company should get
> someone who has the clearance. It is not as if I would ever work in the
> Middle East, anyway.

Well, yeah, same thing here as well (I had to have a background security 
check before being employed by Novell since we deal with export-
controlled software), but I meant that getting them when needed tends to 
be a problem.  And of course getting turned down can be a severe career 
limiting move, since that shows up in the next background check....

>>> Anyway night, night :)
>>
>>Eventually, 4 AM here now.
> 
> Tomorrow's Sunday, no work. :)

Heh, I wish.  I seem to be saying that a lot today.  Gathering statistics 
and my thoughts for a discussion this coming week.  Finally starting to 
get tired, almost 6 AM now...

Jim

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On Sun, 20 Sep 2009 12:05:48 +0100, Stephen wrote:

> On 20 Sep 2009 06:16:10 -0400, Jim Henderson <nos### [at] nospamcom> wrote:
> 
>>On Sun, 20 Sep 2009 05:42:10 -0400, SharkD wrote:
>>
>>> Jim Henderson wrote:
>>>> The next problem I have to solve is finding a good clear space on my
>>>> desk for it.
>>> 
>>> Better yet, attach it to a hinged arm that you can swing wherever you
>>> want it to (and out of the way of the keyboard when needed).
>>
>>Not a bad idea; I have it sitting in front of my monitor right now, and
>>have used it on my lap even (which was actually quite comfortable) - so
>>maybe something where I could store it under the desk surface would do
>>the trick.
>>
>>
> I keep my big tablet under my keyboard.

That would make it difficult to use. ;-)

Jim

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