Enterprises are far too dictated by larger economic circumstances in respect to their technology investments.
Willingness to invest should not wax and wane like it does when the economy is prospering or faltering.
Enterprise technology investment should be in response to a belief that an internal business unit or line of business will perform better and ultimately generate more revenue from the investment. Potential technology investments must be considered at fairly regular intervals and when considered must always be considerd from this perspective. If an enterprise can maintain this philosophy while their competitors follow the economy they will realize a competitive advantage.

I agree David, but in many instances, this is easier said than done. With the prospect of many companies barely being able to pay their employees or the rent, sometimes all invested money needs to be put on the backburner. At least for a short period of time.