Back to School Reading. Peter's correct that seasoned professionals use the summer to do some light homework before the autumn rush of a new fiscal year, new projects or new staff additions. It is important to have a governing framework in which to prioritize, start, stop, double-down or transfer work. This oil-and-gas framework can apply to other industries, commodities, services, infrastructures and architectures. Peter's advice of a roadmap, use cases and planned execution are the best practices of experienced leaders. Plan the work and work the plan. Just in time for that end-of-year bonus or promotion.