By 2008, Microsoft will be a strong contender.

Now they've become much more competitive, and they're looking to take back some of that lower space that the other guys who do it cheaper had taken away from them.

What has happened is prices have come down, and people have realized over time the real value of using the data warehouse to do business intelligence. Companies have become more comfortable. They're learning how to use the tools.

This was an inappropriate use of per session funds and a letter will be put in the principal's file.

We're very hopeful that something will be worked out before the end of the calendar year.

Large retailers and national computer manufacturers will typically look to point fingers at problems that are outside their control. Smart consumers will recognize that a technology consultant, the same kind that helps small businesses in the area, has a lot more skin in the game with building 'relationship equity' than a large national retailer or computer manufacturer.