Finding an Optimum - 'More Haste: Less Speed'

The video discusses the instinct to find the optimum in management and the challenges faced in doing so. It introduces Jevons Paradox, which shows how increased efficiency can lead to higher resource consumption, and Bress's Paradox, which explains how adding capacity can slow traffic. The video concludes with advice on problem-solving, emphasizing the importance of considering alternatives and unintended consequences.

Discuss the significance of monitoring the impact of changes made in a project.

What lesson does the author convey about the relationship between resources and project progress?

What advice does the author give regarding the pursuit of optimum solutions?