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This LEADER keeps getting promoted up the chain - would have been fired in today's environment - #METOO

https://jenner.com/system/assets/assets/247/original/Musa_Muaremi_v._Florists_Transworld.pdf?1314218250

I wanted to add to my previous comment because there are a few things I left out.

The SAP-aligned critics' comments indicate that not a single SAP-aligned commenter on this thread has displayed an understanding of research rules, nor do they appear to have any background in research. Because of this, they are making numerous false claims about research. Research rules are not defined by people who have never worked in research, don't know anything about research, and have a financial bias against independent research. Most SAP resources work in consulting or sales, or development and have never participated in research of any kind. The Dunning Kruger Effect is when you know so little about a topic that you overestimate your knowledge level. DKE is rampant in these SAP-aligned comments. So let us go over a few things.

If you tried to publish a paper that rated vendors, where each vendor was paying you, and where you did not disclose what you were paid, that paper would be refused by a research journal. This is precisely what Gartner does. You can see this in the article. https://www.brightworkresearch.com/gartner-makes-money/

If you don't know this, then you aren't qualified to be offering commentary on research. SAP resources, like most vendors, have no other standard for research than whether it helps them make SAP license sales or bill hours. I am highly familiar with all of the research rules, and I am not familiar with a rule that a research entity can't sell advice or research. This is entirely made up and made up by people who have a financial bias (only one person on this thread has admitted to) and who want Brightwork silenced. I had an SAP salesperson who said that while he was "helping people" by selling them SAP, it was wrong for Brightwork to offer services because Brightwork was "over-focusing on SAP" (he was unaware of all the over coverage at Brightwork) and that the world "was a corrupt place." That criticism makes no sense. Whenever an SAP-aligned critic makes a statement on this thread, they display another area that they don't understand and are too lazy to look up that requires me to explain how research works.

As a second example, Hasso Plattner told people he had a Ph.D. For years I thought he was a PhD. However, Hasso does not have a Ph.D., and he has two honorary PhDs. One because he started up an institute at the University of Potsdam in Germany. It should go without saying you should be stating you have a Ph.D. or affixing Dr. to your name if you have an honorary Ph.D. Oprah has four honorary PhDs. Should he also be called Oprah Ph.D.? I covered this in this article. https://www.brightworkresearch.com/does-saps-hasso-plattner-have-a-phd/

And naturally, some SAP resources pushed back on this article. They said it was ok to do this. Again fake research and fake PhDs are ok if SAP or an SAP-friendly source does it. SAP resources told me that the real issue was not that Hasso had faked his Ph.D. but that I pointed it out. And that this was incredibly rude. They told me it was arrogant to call out Hasso because he is very wealthy and has been very successful. I have noticed that even outside of SAP, people often find it offensive if you critique someone if they have a billion dollars.

For years SAP had been marketing Hasso Plattner this way. I have extensively analyzed Hasso Plattner's writing, and he does not have an academic mind. I read the report of many academics and research databases, and Hasso's writing and speaking always struck me as odd. He is more salesperson than anything. Surprise surprise, he is not academic – he is a salesman. This is why Hasso came up with a ridiculous design for HANA and why both he and Hasso faked his innovation with HANA, as I cover in this article. https://www.brightworkresearch.com/hasso-plattner-students-invent-hana/ Hasso hid an earlier database acquisition and made it appear that he had created something new. After running into problems, he handed the entire project over to Vishal Sikka to manage, who was as unqualified to develop a new database as Hasso.

What Brightwork published that no one else did was that HANA was reverse-engineered from other databases. https://www.brightworkresearch.com/sap-simply-reinvent-wheel-hana/ While Brightwork was deep into analyzing the real story with HANA, every IT analyst and SAP aligned IT consulting firm was busy parroting anything that SAP and Hasso said for $$$.
I finally created an article to record who had been right and wrong on HANA. https://www.brightworkresearch.com/who-was-right-and-who-was-wrong-on-hana/. Here is SAP shill John Appleby being beaten to a pulp by Chris Eaton of IBM for false claims on HANA vs. DB2. https://www.brightworkresearch.com/john-appleby-beaten-by-chris-eaton-in-debate-and-required-saving-by-hasso-plattner/ (To be clear, I am a large critic of IBM and would never endorse IBM). However, what Chris Eaton is saying is correct. I believe Appleby put out a lifeline to Hasso Plattner – who showed up on the thread and wrote as a bunch of barely intelligible double talk. (don't take my word for it, read Hasso's quotes in the article).

And after all of this, what happened? SAP was sued by Teradata for.....wait for it...both stealing Teradata's IP and using anti-competitive tactics against SAP. SAP's motion to dismiss was a festival of lies. https://www.brightworkresearch.com/how-true-is-saps-motion-to-dismiss-teradatas-complaint/ No doubt all of the SAP-aligned critics on this thread will say that Teradata must be mistaken. However, the Teradata complaint is exceptionally well laid out and sourced, and explained.

And what predicted a lawsuit of this type? Work only published at Brightwork that called out SAP's reverse engineering of other databases and the renaming of items to fake claims of innovation. https://www.brightworkresearch.com/accurate-saps-arguments-code-pushdown-cdss/

Again, there are specific rules to research and rules to say putting credentials after your name. SAP and Gartner, and Forrester ignore all of these rules. Gartner has a position called the "ombudsman," which is designed to confuse people into accepting their lack of disclosure, which I cover here. https://www.brightworkresearch.com/best-understand-gartners-ombudsman/ Gartner takes people with no research background and gives them titles like Distriguished Vice President Analyst. Ph.D. Wall Street salespeople do this same trick. Do we see a pattern here with inflated titles and certifications, and who tends to do it?

Now let us talk about a quote from someone who reached out to me just today.

"Your article on their sales practices back in 2018 was spot on with what I am experiencing with them now. I am new to Qualtrics and purchased a license last December, just as they had a big push to close deals going into their latest IPO. I was sold a license with missing technology features needed for my application. Since then, they have bounced me around to new account executives who, again, are trying to sell me upgrades before the 1st quarter-end. Their account execs seem untrained on the product, very pushy, and have little time to really understand what I am trying to do. I am now trying to find someone within Qualtrics who is more of a customer advocate who can share the situation's facts. It borders on "shady" ... I feel like they are trying to sell me top coat rust protection for my car. Any suggestions? Thanks"

Notice that first of all, no IT media entities or IT analysts would publish this quote. Secondly, look at what this SAP customer said. They said they were cheated and misled on their Qualtrics license, and they need help. They said that what was written at Brightwork was an EXACT reflection of what SAP did to him. If this person hires Brightwork to defend against SAP, is that also a type of financial bias? Because this is essentially the same type of work as competitive intelligence (by the way, I checked the invoicing system, and we have not sold competitive intelligence work since 2019. Not that we wouldn't, but it is just a minimal driver of revenue). Is the SAP definition of financial bias anyone who argues against claims made by SAP? And that financial bias is ok – if that entity supports claims by SAP? I hate to be the one to break it to the SAP-aligned critics, but that is not the working definition of financial bias. This is much like #MeToo, but only if the offender is of the opposing political party.

So SAP resources opposed Brightwork publishing factually correct information that gives away SAP's secrets, and that might lead to companies reach out to Brightwork to protect them against SAP. Given how terrible the research is at Brightwork, according to SAP-aligned critics, It is very curious so many people reach out and tell me that an article they read at Brightwork is precisely what they experienced.

@1ilf - welcome to the club!

Nike is classic narcissistic abuse. They hire the best of the best. They woo you. Gaslight you into thinking the toxicity is normal or you’re the source of it. Then they discard you not with the expected corporate transactional feel but with vindictiveness.

Don’t take my word for it...just Google “Nike” and “work place”.

There’s no genuine interest in change or accountability. Its a last resort because you’ve got them by the balls with a lawsuit or a journalist’s ear.

They have a long history of ignoring it until they can’t, then deflect and blame:

Sweatshops of the ‘70s-‘90s, #MeToo, Equal Pay, D&I, Doping, Gaucher, Montano, Cain, etc

Nike’s reputation precedes it within HR circles not to mention mental health ones.

You’ll find a great job easily when you’re ready. Put in the work to get through it and you’ll come out the other side more bad a– than ever. I promise

THIS! (what @lsy+... said)

HR is paid by the company to limit their liability, suppress wages, and in general put lipstick on the pig.

Read some of the #metoo stories from corporate America and time and time again HR rallies around to protect the predators and undermine the credibility of accusers.

Expect lawsuits and #MeToo. This guy had a history. Also, who knew what and when in all the companies he was in.

Disabuse yourself of a sellout offer, it's not happening. No one wants to buy Barbie's for their daughters after the #MeToo movement, and Mattel stopped innovating except for their lame "inclusive dolls" that look like their from Misfit Toyland. Certainly Disney is NOT going to buy Mattel, nor the CA government, hahahahaha, you know others besides Mattel are "Capital Light," right? Can you imagine the riots in the streets if CA government bailed out Mattel, a company who rewards losing money with millions to the top 5%? Remember Enron, PanAm, JC Penney, Sears, Macys, Mattel, stories for future what not to do classes in business school. If Mattel wanted to earn everyone's good graces, the top 5% would have taken a pay CUT. But the rich just keep getting richly rewarded, regardless of actual performance, the band is still playing on the Titanic.

#MeToo

MIP was never fair to the bands 3 and below. To think that they were the only ones responsible for the company’s success is a joke. What is the ratio of 4 and above to 3 and below?? This smacks of military hierarchy in an undeserving manner. This S##k A$$ company is a poor example of a Prime Contractor for the US Government. In this age of #metoo environment HI is a shining example of what is WRONG with America. Some survived Agent Orange from the 70’s - how many will survive Orange Spray Tan of the 2020’s?? Cash out and GET out! Peace

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#MeToo

But, what the heck I found another position and doing well and watching Wal Mart self destruct.

The Oregon Project IS the Nike Culture. Substitute AS with most of the VPs in power, and many employees share similar stories like Cain. Then you also have many more who turn a blind eye to all the bullying, discriminators, and "my way or the high way" management mindset. So embarrassing to be associated with this company as an employee. "Do the right thing" as a Maxim? Pure shame and hypocrites. 2 years since #metoo boys club culture, nothing changed. All talk. All these phony engagement surveys are used as tools to pad ourselves on the back when we improve 2pts from a 60%. If we get 5pts, we only talk about the delta and use as top highlights for the quarter as if we fixed everything. 7 out of 10 VPs are terrible leaders who don't give a sh– about people.

Bye Bye TH and BP, #metoo #karma

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#MeToo

Seems COP and Anadarko would have been a perfect culture fit (see Houston Chronicle Business April 17 #MeToo ). In both organizations, leaders seem to think it’s ok to have affairs with their employees. Anadarko has strengthened its policies to “specifically prohibit any officer from engaging in an intimate relationship with any employee, regardless of the reporting relationship”. Can you imagine “of course I screwed my boss” in HR advocating for a non-fraternization policy at COP?

-1aru

Why attack the CEO for her gender? You de-legitimize your arguments by doing that.

The #MeToo movement originated because good people looked the other way when predators/bullies stalked and abused their prey. Then convinced themselves that the prey asked for and enjoyed the abuse. They even revictimized the prey.

Now that the pendulum has swung, you find yourself in the uncomfortable position that women have been in forever. Oh sweetie, you’LL hurt your brain if you do advanced math, go get me some coffee and freshen up your lipstick.

Everyone knows that predatory/bully males are a small minority. I am sure it doesn’t feel great getting lumped into one male category. Now that you know how it feels, stop looking the other way when predators/bullies victimize others. Then the pendulum will find a happy medium.

This story has just broken big time over all the media - Bloomberg, MSN, Houston Chronical and lots of investor sites. Google 'Anadarko #metoo'

what's most fascinating is watching the "new" talent dev coordinator in Dallas who was sh-- canned for f---ing a subordinate two years ago at Cengage re invent herself as a 'best version' and then pretend she wasn't exploiting a subordinate male for her own s-xual conquest and then pretend this wasn't her #metoo moment. Christie,? you are pathetic

what's most fascinating is watching the "new" talent dev coordinator in Dallas who was sh-- canned for f---ing a subordinate two years ago at Cengage re invent herself as a 'best version' and then pretend she wasn't exploiting a subordinate male for her own s-xual conquest and then pretend this wasn't her #metoo moment. Christie,? you are pathetic

Perfect timing for a #MeToo moment or d--g problem to EAP

After taking the mandatory S-xual Harassment training I feel assaulted and ready to quit. Seems that the only people doing the s-xual harassment are white middle aged males. Totally insulting to any white male working at this company. We had mandatory Code of Conduct training that covers it better than this hit job! Even mentioning the #METOO movement like they did is an assault on anyone tired of the Leftist MSM constant Russia, Russia, Russia, racist, racist, racist, s-xist, s-xist s-xist propaganda LIES. This training was an assault on middle aged white males working in this company.

Hopefully lots of heads role. Hollywood is toxic and enables bad behavior. For instance the #metoo and the failure that is the DC Extended Universe.

Windstream is raping anyone Director & below! #metoo

John Schlifske, Tim Grogan and Christian Mitchell are the biggest jokes in the history of "leadership". John Schlifske should never been elevated to the CEO role. He would be going nowhere in the current #metoo movement, but unfortunately for NM he got the job despite his huge ethical and company policy lapses. WHAT HE DID TO HIS ORIGINAL FAMILY IS SO DESPICABLE I CANNOT EVEN BRING MYSELF TO TYPE IT HERE! The board of directors was well aware of Schlifke's lack of real leadership (on every level) and yet gave this blubbering fool the CEO spot. Greg Oberland at least wouldn't have been a fool like Schlifske is. Steve Radke is a complete, I repeat.....complete id--t and it is no surprise that he had unethical relationships at work! Oh man....a conversation I had with the low IQ id--t will forever be one of the most enjoyable exchanges I have ever had! Emilia Sherifova...she is the text book of The Peter Principle! So many "aspiring leaders" at NM are simply over promoted, over hyped, overpaid, self aggrandizing fools. No other company in Milwaukee has such an out of whack culture. Many companies make mistakes on over paying for acquisitions, however, NM wins the overpaid acquisition award on a national level for buying the piece of c-ap called We Haven't Learned Yet, I mean LearnVest! Alexa Von Scammer pulled a fast one over on John Schlifske, but he is used to women lower in title getting his undivided attention.....NM has spent millions scrubbing the internet of John's messes......where is Manista? Of course he is an immoral sellout like his boss. No surprise since he has short man syndrome.....

Cream City Labs is a complete joke with a lot of fast talking, flamboyant dressing, under performing millennial dimwits! I love reading their posts on LinkedIn and seeing the id--ts around town. What a joke! The funny part is.....the secret is out: Northwestern Mutual is a horrible place to work! It is sad to see a once strong company falter so badly. I worked for many years at NM and was lucky to get out before they heartlessly attacked their employees. Watch for severance packages to be eliminated for the next round of layoffs. Despite huge amounts of money, this company doesn't treat people well. The secret is out with a lot people deciding not to go with this overpriced insurance. RIP NM.....A fool's paradise!

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Why does everyone miss the #Metoo reference? Jeff Barlow was sued for allowing s-xual harassment...outside investigation confirmed bad atmosphere in Legal. The Board did nothing and fired Dr. Mario instead!

Well out them already. It's the year of #MeToo you know. And on Twitter, not this hidden corner of the Internet. Or maybe r/WeinsteinEffect on reddit

Painfully Verizon has ALWAYS operated as the good ol’ boys club. Now Verizon has brainwashed all the women into ‘WOW’ Women of Wireless. Nice cover-up Verizon! They fell for it and now you don’t have to worry about the #metoo movement at Verizon. Ladies OPEN your eyes! Verizon does not give a s**t about you. It’s all about keeping you distracted & keeping your mouth shut.

S-xual harassment at VZ? you know it.... for years before the #metoo HYSTERIA, men at my office have been living in fear of fraudulent accusations by disillusioned women trying to make a quick buck.

and before anyone decides i'm a bitter, ugly MGTOW....

i have been happily married to a beautiful, intelligent woman for decades. together, we have built a beautiful home and family. we both know how lucky we are to have each other, and we both work to keep each other.

one of my greatest fears is that some predatory woman will accuse me of misconduct that i would never consider so that she could take all that my wife and i have worked for.