We have a lot of security protocols that the IETF does not deploy on its
own sites.
There is thus a push from many quarters to have the IETF eat its own dog
food which is of course an excellent idea.
But could I just point out that the point is not to eat the dog food so as
to convince ourselves just how tasty and yummy it is. The value of a dog
food program comes when the manufacturer realizes that there is a reason
the dogs don't like it and changes the recipe.
Without feedback, the process is like doing usability evaluations in a lab
and taking no notice of the outcomes.
I am seeing a lot of groups demanding the IETF eat the dog food but rather
fewer asking why they dog food isn't being eaten.
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