Well, such an upgrade usually means throwing out the current system and buying all new gear or, at the very least, upgrading each computer. Most of them aren't capable of using the larger hard disks that are now available. Even word processing software has become so demanding of computer systems that the newest versions will bring older systems to their knees. To be able to use newer technology often requires a new computer system. The answers to those questions will be, I think, among the crucial decisions facing businesses in the next few years.
Technology development continues to accelerate.
That results in more technology choices than most businesses can afford to implement. Even large businesses recognize that selecting and investing in technology requires a commitment. It is not feasible to switch from one technology to another on an impulse. We might turn to the literature on technology management for guidance. Much of what has been written focuses on the challenge of managing the eclectic technology that is part of a large computing environment.