Traps to avoid - not keeping it simple

Probably the number one cause of the failure of software projects is to overcomplicate things - even Wise Owl have been guilty of this on occasions, although we think we have now learnt our lesson.

If you think you want a complex system, build a simple one - if this gets used, THEN you can add more inputs, features and reports.

The golden rule of software development is KISS - Keep It Simple, Stupid!

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