AREAS OF EXPERTISE Listed below are descriptions of some of the major disciplines in which KCI has proven expertise to offer a client.  Described here are some of the areas where we have solid experience over a long period of time, not simply specialties that we think we can perform: Strategic and Operational Planning - Training and guidance for client personnel Review and critique of proposed plans Management and execution of the planning process  Industry analyses can also be performed based upon in-depth knowledge of the hi-tech industry and valuable sources and contacts. Capital Planning & Budgeting - Training and guidance for client personnel Review and critique of proposed plans Management and execution of the planning process  Corporate and Organizational Restructuring and/or Downsizing - Review and recommendation and/or operational management of proposed restructuring Management of the sale of surplus capital equipment and facilities Negotiation of technology transactions Joint Venture Activity - Review of existing or proposed corporate joint ventures with recommendations for improvements in investment returns, operational efficiencies, and enhanced focus on the original reason for doing the venture Management of the negotiation process, including the actual negotiations at the client's request Corporate Financing Activity - Advising client companies interested in external financing Work with the client creating a strategic focus Introduce clients to potential investors Work on the preparation of the prospectus for a public offering Develop roadshow presentations Evaluate and work with the underwriters or investment firms. Corporate Governance & Business Ethics - Review of a company’s Board and management procedures and practices regarding governance and business ethics related matters, specifically including the Board’s and management’s responsibilities to the shareholders, the company and each other. Manufacturing Cost Analysis - Reviews of existing manufacturing costs striving for productivity and cost improvements Analyses include design for manufacturability guidelines, make/buy recommendations, inventory policies, overhead structures, etc. Expense Reduction Programs - Reviews of current expense spending patterns resulting in specific recommendations for ongoing reductions Areas of emphasis could include all overhead functions as well as sales, marketing and development. Site Search and Selection for New Company Locations - Review of existing corporate procedures with recommendations for improvements Management of a specific site search and selection process to assure significant financial and other benefits to the client company Evaluation of facilities design alternatives and project oversight are also done Product Market Surveys & Analysis - Analyze the market potential of current and planned products through market surveys, industry analysis and competitive research Evaluate product pricing alternatives Expert Witness & Litigation Support - Provide expert witness testimony and litigation support for any and all areas of expertise listed above.