False-economy Memes

The classic corporate cost-cutting paradox in its natural habitat! First comes the triumphant "we saved money by doing engineering in-house" declaration, followed by the soul-crushing reality: "we can almost afford to start implementation once they're prepared." It's the corporate equivalent of buying cheap shoes that fall apart after a week—sure, you saved $20, but now you're barefoot and your feet hurt. The Einstein disguise is just *chef's kiss* perfect for delivering bad financial news with scientific authority. Next up: discovering that the money saved was actually just moved to the "future problems" spreadsheet!