I suppose you've hit the nail on the head with your final sentence. I do agree with you, though, that my VP is making the appropriate decision given that we're a large enterprise.
At the end of the day, whether I'm a cog in the wheel of a huge machine or a decisive voice at a small startup, the engineer in me just wants to see the best solution realized. I guess that's why I still care, when in reality, I should probably be considering a move elsewhere.
Thank you for your input!
It sounds like solid risk management which is what most companies (large) end up hiring people at that level for.
If you’re wanting to build newer things with newer technology then you should find a new role.