gary@mcc.com (Gary Knight) (01/09/90)
As long as we're into predictions, let me suggest a poll or simulation in which I present a specific problem, all of you respond, and I collate and post the results (following which discussion will ensue). PROBLEM: You have a reasonable sum of money (say $1,000,000 per year) to invest in microelectronics and computer technology research and development over the 5 year period 1990-1995. At the end of the 5 years you want to either (1) have a technology application (or applications) in hand, or (2) have solved a fundamental problem enabling short-term construction of such application(s). This technology must have broad applicability to individual, business, or government needs (and therefore be eminently marketable). Describe briefly the R&D program you would recommend. Cut-off date for replies will be Friday, January 12. Results will be posted the following Monday, January 15. Contentious discussion to follow. Go for it! Gary Knight Technology Foresight Analyst MCC gary@mcc.com 3500 W. Balcones Center Dr. phone 512/338-3694 Austin TX 78759-6509 fax 512/338-3898