Whenever there’s a proposed decision you disagree with, before you get upset, investigate. Consider these questions: What tradeoff is being made? Is the decider aware of the trade (i.e., the iron triangle)? Do you and they have the same goals? How can you align? Who, if anyone, is arguing the side of the tradeoff you prefer? What investigation or explanation can make this position stronger? If no one is arguing for it, why do you expect it to win? Who should do it? Why aren’t they?
