Looking at alternative options
At some point in time, you must realize that continuing this path is not a good idea. Sometimes, you must throw away the old, even though it has served you well, and begin anew. When the weight of the legacy outweighs the benefits of continuing as usual, it's time to look at new options. And with the introduction of the Internet of Things, this is happening.
We have looked at several of the new options in this book. We've looked at new communication patterns and introduced new protocols. When designing a solution, you have the option of using a new type of technology. But take care to avoid repeating the same mistakes that others have done before you: don't be satisfied with a technology only because it solves your immediate problem quickly and rapidly and hope you can always do adjustments as requirements appear. Even though modern development processes encourage this mode of thinking, erroneously calling it agile, it is not a wise choice for the long run....
