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Motion Computing, Inc. -- 2004

By: William A. Sahlman and Caroline Perkins
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Abstract

Scott Eckert, the co-founder and CEO of Motion Computing, must decide whether to raise additional capital to support growth. Motion manufactures and distributes Tablet PCs. If the company opts to raise money, it must decide on the source and terms of the financing.

Keywords

Risk and Uncertainty; Financing and Loans; Financial Strategy; Manufacturing Industry; Computer Industry; United States

Citation

Sahlman, William A., and Caroline Perkins. "Motion Computing, Inc. -- 2004." Harvard Business School Case 806-068, November 2005. (Revised December 2007.)
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William A. Sahlman

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