The article highlights valuable lessons learned from implementing open source solutions within the Mexican government. It emphasizes the gradual acceptance of open source technologies in traditional enterprises, driven in part by cloud computing and AI, but warns that this could complicate future migrations to open source due to the shift in control over databases and models. The piece also critiques current practices, noting issues of data mismanagement, lack of documentation, and poor leadership as significant barriers to progress. There's a call for accountability regarding unethical practices in data storage and a push for improved professional standards within the software development industry. A skilled advocate for change is necessary to champion these transformations effectively.