I wrote some of my recent dots on the patio and while it is certainly not the most efficient way to produce content, it is one of the most pleasant. What I lost in the accessibility of my materials was outweighed by the benefits of enjoying the breeze and soaking in a rare glimpse of the sun.
By a strict measurement, we often lose something in a modified process but often forget to account for what we gain. We lose some collaboration while working from home but gain a greater sense of control over our personal schedule. We forfeit some freedoms when doing our data collection independently but gain a more robust picture when it is standardized and aggregated with others. Yes, some of the liquid remains in the bottle when we buy refillable products but we use less energy waste to produce and ship it.
Altering your process in big or small ways often has surprising benefits. Focus on the benefits rather than the cost when deciding how to implement your next process.
