Rippling (vendor)

May 21, 2026

Decisions

Active Todos

Patterns

Decisions (1)

Rippling Asset Mgmt — time over cost; pay full $18k for end-of-June over $15k for December

The Rippling Asset Management integration project was de-scoped to ~$15k from ~$18k. Peter decided the full-scope original at $18k is acceptable IF Rippling can deliver by end of June. Steve will get the timeline from Kelly Wall to inform the final decision. Explicit framing: time over cost. The principle is conditional — if Rippling slips on the end-of-June timeline, the math changes and $15k-for-December may be the right call.

May 21

operational

Related Patterns (2)

Lead by Example with New Tools

When championing new tools or processes, personally use them and share results rather than just advocating. Learning by doing and demonstrating value through example is more effective than mandates.

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Protect Engineering Focus Through Process

When faced with requests that would disrupt engineering focus (from sales, governance, product, or other stakeholders), establish processes that protect engineering ability to innovate while still satisfying legitimate concerns. Prefer systematic solutions over ad-hoc responses.