Ask HN: How do you measure ROI for introducing Rust into a company?

2 points by wojciem 2y ago ↗ HN

I am seeking to quantify the costs versus the benefits of introducing Rust into a company.

Has anyone conducted a similar analysis in the past and would be willing to share their findings?

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I would first ask why you are doing this in the first place, "introducing Rust into a company"?

What is motivating you to do that? Or is this being pushed on you to solve a problem which rust isn't a cure all?

I would recommend starting by examining your software architecture, engineering personell capabilities, and then proceed to see how rust fits in the picture, if at all.

billy99k 2y ago ↗

This will depend on the current use case for your company. Can it save the company money in the long-run? I don't think this can be answered on the language alone.