But patching broken things can work for only so long. By not committing resources to invest in new, cost-efficient, environmentally-friendly operations, or in developing the skills and knowledge of employees, or in innovation, companies will find that their short-term savings come at the expense of their long-term success.
同样，企业不再投资修建新的基础设施，而是对旧的修修补补。但修修补补不可能永远持续下去。如果不投入资源为高效环保的新项目提供资助、或者提升员工的技术和知识、或者着力推进创新研究，企业终将发现他们的短期节约最终以牺牲长期成功为代价。