Twice Magazine reported "This whole HD or high-definition DVD is probably the worst execution of a new technology release this industry has done," said David Workman, PRO Buying Group executive director. He cited software glitches, a format war, future compatibility issues with the delivery of the HDMI version 1.3 spec "right around the corner," and a hasty push to get players into the market, for pouring water on early efforts to seed the HD disc market.