This post originated from an RSS feed registered with Java Buzz by Carlos Perez. Original Post: There's Gold in Servicing the Low-end and Disenfranchised! Feed Title: .:Manageability:. Feed URL: http://www.manageability.org/blog/stuff/rssDisabled?portal_status_message=Syndication+is+Disabled Feed Description: Random thoughts on the manageability of complex software. Latest Java Buzz Posts Latest Java Buzz Posts by Carlos Perez Latest Posts From .:Manageability:.

Stumbled upon an insightful article "AI Startup? Strategic Planning for a Successful Start-up".  Which says this, money isn't made by building a better moustrap rather recommends the following:

• Service low-end, disenfranchised users.
• Enable larger population of less skilled users to complete a task.
• Service market segments with lower profit margins than established, large manufacturers can afford.
• Apply new or existing technologies from supply chains that differ from established manufacturers.
• Distribute products through different distribution channels than those used for existing products.

Good words of advice, one caveat though, just don't fall into the trap of servicing a market that doesn't exist! (see Beating Competition)