What is Procedural Overlap?
Procedural Overlap is a phenomenon where two or more procedures within the Bureaucracy intersect and create a beautiful, maddening mess.
Types of Procedural Overlap:
We've identified three main types of Procedural Overlap:
- Form 27-B/2: When two forms with different due dates overlap, causing an infinite loop of paperwork.
- Procedure 14-D/3: When three procedures with conflicting deadlines create a bureaucratic singularity.
- Bureaucratic Loop 42/1: When a procedure loops back on itself, creating a paradox of paperwork and sanity.
Symptoms of Procedural Overlap:
You may experience the following symptoms when dealing with Procedural Overlap:
- Excessive paperwork
- Lost productivity
- Mild to severe existential dread
- Uncontrollable urge to scream "WHY MUST I FILL OUT THIS FORM IN TRIPLETTE?!">
Treatment for Procedural Overlap:
We recommend seeking the help of a trained Bureaucratic Therapist, who can guide you through the process of navigating the overlap.
- Acceptance: Recognize that Procedural Overlap is a natural occurrence within the Bureaucracy.
- Caffeine: Consume large quantities of coffee and energy drinks to sustain you through the ordeal.
- Red tape: Wrap yourself in a layer of red tape to signal your commitment to finding a solution.
Prevention:
To avoid Procedural Overlap in the future, we recommend:
- Carefully reviewing procedures before implementation
- Creating redundant paperwork to ensure overlap detection
- Developing an exit strategy for emergency situations
By understanding and addressing Procedural Overlap, we can reduce its impact on our sanity and increase productivity within the Bureaucracy.