
Mission To create the fundamental knowledge and technologies required to realize the convergence of computing, communications, and organizational processes for the expansion of our economy and the improvement of the quality of life; FOCUS on APPLICATION. To transfer the knowledge and technology to industry that will enable this convergence. FOCUS on ECONOMY DEVELOPMENT Vision Our vision is to be a statewide leader in and catalyst for the unification of computing, communications, and process methodologies, while being a strategic partner for their commercialization. Bottom Line “To promote excellence in nonprofit organizational performance.

General dissemination and knowledge transfer management will be directed towards users and industry, with empha sis on smaller activities (SMEs/SMB's and similar), which have limited capabil ty to keep abreast of the development. The objective is that all organizations outside the network, which need BPR/PMO knowledge, will get it through our dissemination activities, and throug them, come into contact with suitable partners for co-operation.

What it takes to be successful… • Talent • Leadership • Time to mature • Time to build infrastructure – Staff – Facilities • Culture of teamwork and sharing, multiple investigator projects • Collaborations – Other universities – Industry – Government Labs • Interdisciplinary research • Niche Area & unique facilities • Competitive advantage • University support and research environment • Aggressively pursue opportunities • Strategic planning – Visit program managers – Be a program manager

