Mark Adam wrote:
Ok... So I'm being a little idealistic, but this is different that just
saying "Me too" to the "We ain't makin' widgets" responses. Optimally we
should judge the work of a WG based on how well its output is accepted by
the world at large, but that's a little late in the process.
I think this leaves out a very, very important issue -- when you make
the judgment. A successful IETF output is one that continues to be
relevant and useful for a long time, and that enables the continued
flexibility and adaptability of the Internet to the requirements 10
years down the road. We got where we are today by taking a long
view... we need to push back against those who would let short-term
optimizations produce long-term ossification.
Bob Braden