30th March 2014, 12:32 PM
GnomeKing Wrote:lots of interesting points there;
but my concern is the blurred boundary between 'poacher and gamekeeper' that is created by executive IFA figures also being directors of comercial consultancies, particuarly in regard of setting 'standards'
am i the only one?
I guess that depends on whether you believe working in the commercial sector precludes caring about the archaeology. Another way to look at it would be that working within the pressures of a commercial environment forces you to reexamine methods and practices, and refine the way things are done down to the most efficient way to achieve the best results, whilst doing away with outdated processes that don't actually contribute to the best end result. The best scenario though is to have people from all areas of archaeology working together.
I reserve the right to change my mind. It's called learning.