Originally Posted by
BluegrassGurl
Having been in the Information Technology field for over 15 years, I can completely understand long, long days.... and all nighters. They are no fun for anyone. I can also appreciate improving systems by placing them on a better platform, implementing a more robust security mechanism, and making them more appealing.
It is a simple fact that typically we, humans, do not like change. We are creatures of habit and find comfort in what we know and find familiar. There are, however, many measures that we (as IT professionals) can take to ensure our users will not experience such a shock to a new way of doing things. By not preparing the users..... you will, inevitably, receive much negative feedback. Who can blame them?
You are 100% on target. That was my comment on the first day. Way too much, way too fast, but I must say that, in response, the developers seem to be addressing issues as fast as possible. This board is a source of comraderie and support for a huge number of people. You can't rip the rug out from under their feet and expect full support. I suppose that the people they lose will be replaced with new people who won't remember the first board. It's just a shame to see anyone become so frustrated that they take their knowledge away with them. I appreciate all the information that these wise quilters may offer.