Via kottke, we found this 20-page government-issued, World War II era guidebook called the Simple Sabotage Field Manual.  University administrators and business managers take note, here is tip #3:

Organizations and Conferences: When possible, refer all matters to committees, for “further study and consideration.” Attempt to make the committees as large and bureaucratic as possible. Hold conferences when there is more critical work to be done.

Use at your own risk