The cost of saying yes has changed
The dynamics of feature requests are changing, impacting engineering decision-making.
The most costly aspect of small feature requests has shifted from coding to the meetings deciding whether to proceed with the code. This change disrupts engineering instincts, as discussions can often cost more than the actual implementation. With the first version of code becoming cheaper to produce, engineers now need to focus on pricing uncertainty effectively, assessing whether the real cost lies in the debate rather than the coding itself.