My name is Petros Rigas, an IT expert and Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) living and working in Bangkok, Thailand. I have posted information related to my experience, background, and general interests. Do feel free to leave comments or visit my contact page to reach me directly.
If you’ve always been used to checking into Foursquare from your Blackberry, and suddenly Foursquare is not able to detect your location, then after investigation you figure BBM Service is Disconnected (under Foursquare Options), the solution to this is to upgrade your BBM (or Blackberry Messenger) to version 6. As soon as you do so, [...]
No ‘Shutdown’ !! OMG-Facts explain Steven Jobs was afraid of death. The concept of total cessation frightened him. He felt the experiences we encounter in this life raise us to another level of attained knowledge. And he reflected this belief in his products’ designs. Apple products don’t have a shutdown button. I remember when I first [...]
‘Detail’ is Necessary for Leaders Steve Jobs: one of the most respected visionaries today, even after his recent death . His fundamental trait and perhaps one that contributed to his success as a leader was his close attention to detail. Check this out. A slight inconsistency to the ‘o’ in the Google icon on the [...]
A Bit of History! Let me explain to you why I don’t trust any mechanic or car electrician anymore. I purchased my car back in 2001 when I first arrived in Thailand. Since then, I never had any serious mechanical or electrical problems. It’s only the usual routine service that it undergoes every 5000 km or [...]
“Conflict management is often a significant part of project management. How you resolve a conflict can contribute to your effectiveness as a leader.” What happens when you have to deal with colleagues with diverse backgrounds? What happens when factors such as culture, religion, and social status strain relationships among team members? The PMI Credential Passport [...]
Project Management in Thailand is still in its infancy! This was the headline of an article published in an earlier edition of a special report on project management across the Asia Pacific. Few companies in Thailand recognize the importance of a centralized Project Management Office (PMO) managing and controlling project-related activities. Given the size of Thai companies and their [...]
So I replace my Central Group credit card because of a possible security issue due to an anonymous transaction of 1 baht. I receive a new one and decide to test using it without activation at B2S. Lo and behold the transaction is approved and registered. I try doing the same thing at the department [...]
Yesterday my family and I went for a stroll down Lumpini Park on Rama IV road. The weather was great and enticing. My son Achilles celebrated the plains while we enjoyed the views of regulars exercisingon this sunny and bright day. If you’ve been to Lumpini Park in the mornings, you’ll notice various teams occupying [...]
As usual – a controversy. A controversy that exists and that has existed for more than 50 years. Food companies campaigning for healthy diets to promote their essential ingredients on what constitutes healthy meals and broadcasting companies and TV programs recruiting FATSOs to help “transform” lives. How sustainable are these solutions? Check this out. You [...]
I have recently transitioned my site to a new web host. I will be updating major sections on this site within this year to include more relevant information as to my recent experiences in the industry. There will also be sections directly related to our family activities in Thailand and South East Asia. I plan [...]
