I get your point and the other points in this thread about the morale boost from getting new things earlier than expected, but I think it’s still wasteful overall. Upgrading every time earlier than you need means you spend more and waste more in the long run—e.g., replacing the PPE every 2 years instead of every 3 years (however long it’s good for) is more expensive and wastes good PPE. If they donated the old but functional equipment, it would be more excusable (but more work since they have to find somewhere appropriate to donate to).