Commercialization Planning Program^SM

This is a Phase I intervention aimed at assisting participating firms to begin (or continue) the development of a commercialization strategy for the NSF-funded technology. The process systematically walks participating firms through preliminary strategic planning, talking to customers, sizing markets, and examining the strengths and weaknesses of competitors. Based on this analysis, participants refine their plans for marketing, distribution, and financing. The increased business acumen that results from this process is then reflected in a 15-page Commericialization Plan that conforms to the Phase II solicitation guidelines provided by the National Science Foundation.

This service is funded by the National Science Foundation. Announcement of the availability of this service is made by the Agency to eligible companies. The Kick-Off meeting for this program is held in combination with the Grantees Conference in order to decrease the costs associated with travel.