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  • August 2001 (Revised April 2005)
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Surface Logix

By: Joseph B. Lassiter III, Michael J. Roberts and Kim Slack
  • Format:Print
  • | Language:English
  • | Pages:24
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Abstract

Describes a start-up in the field of nano technology--very small physical structures measured in the billionths of a meter. The company, Surface Logix, has assembled a portfolio of intellectual property and completed some of the R&D work required to develop actual products. Now the company must decide what specific product applications to focus on and what resources are required for that effort.

Keywords

Business Startups; Research and Development; Marketing Strategy; Product Marketing; Product Development; Intellectual Property; Investment Portfolio

Citation

Lassiter, Joseph B., III, Michael J. Roberts, and Kim Slack. "Surface Logix." Harvard Business School Case 802-050, August 2001. (Revised April 2005.)

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