Kernel Hacker's Bookshelf: The Practice of Programming

The fact that industry does something proves nothing except possibly
mismanagement.

The idea of less people, more skilled more productivity is cross industry
sectors. Smart construction people know that, and many a foreman has made a
name and career for himself by choosing a small competent crew, feeding them
the necessary support and materials, and outperforming other crews with far
more people.

The real problem is determining skill level and productivity, and getting
used to the idea that the company's future is dependent on a few key
individuals that don't sit in the executive suite.

Derek