Dilbert cartoon first published on Sunday 8th August 2004

Dilbert//5594, first published 22 years ago on Sunday 8th August 2004

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credit reporting company data death debilitating health problems low cost provider ruined lives medical

Open source transcript

I'M STARTING A CREDIT REPORTING COMPANY.

I'LL BE THE LOW-COST PROVIDER BECAUSE ALL OF MY DATA WILL BE WRONG.

WHAT WILL YOU DO WHEN PEOPLE CALL AND COMPLAIN THAT YOU RUINED THEIR LIVES?

I'LL PUT THEM ON HOLD UNTIL THEIR FRUSTRATIONS TURN INTO DEBILITATING HEALTH PROBLEMS.

THEIR LAST WORDS WILL BE "AAAGH!!!

BOYA MINIVAN TO DEATH WILL ACCOMPLISH WHAT CUSTOMER SERVICE COULD NOT.

I'M JUST CURIOUS: DO YOU HAVE ANY QUALMS ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS PLAN? ANY AT ALL?

DUALS SARE YOU WAG?

collated from github.com/jvarn/dilbert-archive

AI Analysis

Title: "The Low-Cost Provider"

Summary:

This 'Dilbert' comic strip, originally published in 2004, revolves around the character Dilbert, who is starting a credit reporting company. The story unfolds as follows:

• Dilbert announces his intention to establish a low-cost credit reporting company, aiming to provide a better service than the existing providers.
• He expresses his frustration with the current state of credit reporting, citing the high cost and poor quality of services offered by the major providers.
• Dilbert's plans are met with skepticism by his colleagues, who question the feasibility of his venture.
• Despite their doubts, Dilbert remains determined to make his business a success, despite the challenges he faces.

Key Takeaways:

• The comic strip highlights the challenges of starting a new business in a competitive market.
• It also showcases Dilbert's determination and perseverance in the face of adversity.
• The story serves as a humorous commentary on the challenges of entrepreneurship and the importance of staying focused on one's goals.

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