Are Crowds Really Wise? Yes -- in the business world


	Are Crowds Really Wise? Yes -- in the business world

lguinn

9-27-2006 7:03 PM

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lguinn says:

I don't buy all of the "wisdom of crowds" stuff that I see on the 'net. Seems that it's become just a catchphrase. But here is some thought, based on the actual book, about what can work in a business context.
Interesting, if idealistic.

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