Re: I just got back from a rather large data center.
Ah, I've lived this, but never had such a nicely-encapsulated reference for it before, my thanks.
Back in the day when I was doing Serious Defence Work, I was responsible for evaluating, and recommending, compiler purchases. I have a long winded story which I will summarize by saying that a $250,000 Ada compiler was purchased practically on a whim, and approved within two working days, while a Turbo C (not C++, this was 1988 or so) compiler that had a retail price of $49 took over 18 months, and about a 40 page list of required approval signatures.
Being that we were doing Navy work, the common euphemism at the time was that it didn't matter if you're building a dinghy or an aircraft carrier, it was the same amount of paperwork, but we could get you the carrier faster.
Now, I shall simply say it is a "bikeshed" moment, and pass on the link.
Thanks again.
Biting the hand that feeds IT
