What is Issm?
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Intentionally Slow and Stupid Methodology - (n) used within heavily burdened Information Technology Departments to prevent IT personnel from completing simple tasks quickly.
"You can't just install that update, you need an ISSM, come back and see me in three weeks once the ISSM is completed and approved." Or "Q: Do you have an ISSM for that? A: What I need an ISSM!"
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