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Shipshape: The Five Key Components of Roots' Operating Playbook
Have you ever wondered where the phrase "Shipshape" comes from? Perhaps you've heard the saying "Shipshape and Bristol fashion." Back in the 18th Century, ships often tilted to their sides due to the tidal patterns in Bristol Harbor, England. To prevent damage upon entering the harbor, ships needed to be in robust and excellent condition, or 'shipshape.' The concept of shipshape is not surface-level readiness, but meticulous preparation, detail, and readiness down to the boiler rooms deep in...
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