The team wants to rewrite the system instead of improving it. How to make a decision?

Deciding to rewrite the system instead of improving it requires careful analysis. It is important to evaluate the following aspects:

• Current problems and limitations: how outdated the existing system is, whether it is difficult to make changes, and if there is technical debt.
• Time and resource costs: rewriting often requires significant effort; compare this with the costs of improvements.
• Risks: new errors, loss of functionality, team training.
• Business goals: how the new system will help achieve goals faster, improve performance or scalability.
• Technical architecture: whether modular refactoring is possible instead of a complete rewrite.

It is recommended to conduct:

• Cost-Benefit Analysis
• Assessment of technical debt and code quality
• Prototyping or pilot project
• Consultations with the team and stakeholders

If the advantages of the new system significantly outweigh the risks and costs, and the current system does not allow for effective development, rewriting is justified. Otherwise, it is better to continue improving and gradually refactoring.