This is the typical life span for computer products today. This calls for a constant re-evaluation of what you produce, how you do it, what markets you serve, which ones you should embrace for the future and even who your competitors are. The banking industry sat smugly for years enjoying the old way of doing things. Now the industry is seeing a revolution as more and more banks embrace Internet banking, PC-based banking and a full deluge of new technologies. The auto industry is also being shaken as customers select their new cars over the Internet and avoid the car dealership hassle.
Employees view themselves as free agents and view each company as a steppingstone.
Skill-building, relationships, flexible work schedules and especially how much fun they can have are all factors in choosing and staying with a job. The world is continuing to change at a rapid pace. As people round the corner into the new world called the 21st century, there are enormous profits and benefits awaiting those who are prepared. Those unprepared will be longing for the good old days. There is always change.