| Criteria |
Optimal |
Acceptable |
Unacceptable |
| Technology-based |
Proprietary position |
Technology integral
to business |
Technology user only |
| Industry segment |
Biomedical, pharmaceutical,
computers, electronics, imaging, internet and networks, multimedia,
optics, software, telecommunications |
|
Wholesale distributor,
retail storefront, consulting (only) |
| Growth potential |
$10+ M within 5 7
years |
$3+ M within 5 years |
Less than $1M within
5 years |
| Competition with other
MTEC clients |
None |
Indirect |
Direct and existing
client finds it unacceptable |
| Business Plan |
Exists |
In process |
Unwilling to create |
| Creditworthiness |
Sufficient to ensure
rent payments |
|
Unable to confirm first
6 months rent |
| Probability of MTEC
being helpful |
Most needs match MTEC
capabilities |
Some needs match MTEC
capabilities |
No needs match MTEC
capabilities |
| Receptivity |
Open to dialogue and
receptive to MTEC feedback |
|
Only wants space |
| Interactivity |
Seeks interaction with
MTEC clients and staff |
Will sometimes interact
with clients and MTEC staff |
No interest in participating
in events, coaching |
| Probability of success |
Highly committed with
relevant prior experience |
Highly committed |
Limited commitment |