In addition to added volume, Southwest's baggage operation has struggled with complexity of connecting lots of different flights in lots of different cities.

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If it took a while for the reinsurers to perceive that something had gone wrong--that risk exposures were gravely underestimated--that was because of the immense complexity of this operation.

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On the other hand, he points out, the complexity of the operation could bring headaches, and he warns that there could be unforeseen complications and risks for the company as it tries to deliver the project on time and on budget.

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They can be joined at the hip, the back, the chest, or even the head, perhaps sharing one or more internal organs, each adding to the complexity of any operation to separate them, as the surgeon seeks to provide each with enough to support life.

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Independent security experts said the scope of its complexity and method of operation suggests Flame was sponsored by a nation-state.

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What would be possible if you could remove complexity and unify the process and people in your operation?

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