Message-ID: <870079.1075846387573.JavaMail.evans@thyme> Date: Wed, 15 Nov 2000 21:56:00 -0800 (PST) From: steven.kean@enron.com To: anthony.mends@enron.com Subject: Re: Thoughts on KM and Other Matters Mime-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-From: Steven J Kean X-To: Anthony Mends X-cc: X-bcc: X-Folder: \Steven_Kean_Dec2000_1\Notes Folders\Sent X-Origin: KEAN-S X-FileName: skean.nsf Thanks for the message. I agree that once we have a good outline of what we are going to do we are going to need someone who can get it done. I think you would be an outstanding candidate for that role (seems to me we went after you once before). Is your inquiry confidential or can I discuss it with others? Anthony Mends@ENRON COMMUNICATIONS 11/15/2000 09:50 AM To: Steven J Kean/NA/Enron@ENRON cc: Subject: Thoughts on KM and Other Matters Steve, Thank you for taking the time to see me whenever I have requested an appointment with you. I believe there are discussions to consolidate Enron websites and also to develop a Knowledge Management infrastructure. You and I have shared some thoughts on these subjects. Properly managed, these are potent tools in the strategic mix that would help keep Enron innovative. I know that no concrete plans have yet emerged from your deliberations but I can foresee when you might want someone to lead this effort full time. It is eminently sensible to move towards consolidation in both areas. Among the several benefits, a common infrastructure would sharply reduce both development and maintenance costs. Also, we would eliminate duplications and give coherence to the look and feel of websites that would emphasize corporate branding. I am doing some great things here at EBS and generally speaking I am happy. Nevertheless, I see a tremendous potential in this role and very much would like to be considered a prime candidate for the lead position in this effort. Everything I have done here at Enron has richly prepared me for this position. My relationship with business units has given me a unique education. I have developed information value chain, built and managed three websites in three different operating companies. At all times my products were considered benchmarks. In addition, I shall be able to manage potential political problems that are likely to attend any consolidation. I should be grateful if you would think about this. Once again, thank you for your time. Tony Enron Broadband Services 713-853-3939