There are two basic types of companies: (1) technology companies and (2) companies that use technology. There is a gray area of course but you are likely either

There are two basic types of companies: (1) technology companies and (2) companies that use technology. There is a gray area of course but you are likely either one or the other. Most companies fall into category (2) so in general your technology is entirely focused on serving the needs of the business. Pick the best technologies to serve the business now and in the future. The "cool new stuff" might be a good fit to serve the business but mostly it's not.