It hurts a lot. I have to admit that there are several negative consequences, including a high staff turnover. Indeed, doubling our efforts means working twice as hard with the same amount of money. You don't get more money because you waited six months for it, you don't get back the interest you've had to pay, either. There are consequences in terms of finances and human resources, and in terms of the success of the project.
On October 1st, 2009. See this statement in context.