PDM model is frustrating.What are the ways to get rid of the ‘zero bench time’ policy .In CBO it’s like no staffing then get out of here!!

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PDM - Permanently “Dinged” Model. I was forced to take a day off as it was a client holiday but not D’s but I was available. The most rudest conv I ever had with my manager and my core consulting colleagues got away without taking it off. 🤦🏾

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It works only if project supports.sometimes the location is a constraint for project

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Hi all.
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***Urgent *** Where to join?

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