#: 7696 S15/Hot Topics
    23-Oct-90  17:29:58
Sb: #7684-OSK Software
Fm: Ed Gresick 76576,3312
To: Bob van der Poel 76510,2203 (X)


Hi Bob!

I interpret 'rules for software to follow' as insuring compatibility of the
software from machine to machine.  User interface would be determine by the
programmer.

The current OSK market is much bigger than many realize.  Aside from CDI, its
biggest use is in 'imbedded systems' used by industry.  Today, a typical system
(without software) will start out at $15,000 and goes up (add a '0').  But, if
you look in the shop office where the equipment is located or used you'll also
find an MSDOS machine.  Why?  In most cases there AIN'T suitable software (read
that as no 'Word-Perfect' or equivalent and no '1-2-3' or equivalent).  We are
starting to see a database (SCULPTOR) used and we expect to sell more
SCULPTOR's to this market.  It is wide open to good software that looks and
feels like MSDOS software (but - you'll have to watch copyrights).  This market
is accustumed to paying good money for software.  Penetrate the 'shop' office
and we can start making inroads to the main office.  If the market can develop,
you can stop working for peanuts - you will be paid in walnuts .

Ed Gresick - DELMAR CO