[matwood]

While trying to describe a rather large system change an SVP in a large company once told me:

it's just an 'if' statement

[srbloom]

Is it ok to respond with "then why haven't you done it already?"

[ovi256]

I found the best answer is to respectfully state the logic the change needs, the inputs to the logic and where they come from, and any trouble spots in implementing that. If the reason for their view was ignorance, this will solve that.

If it was malevolence, they'll refuse to budge and you'll know to run. Fast.

[weixiyen]

I would think to run in either case.