It seems that alternative product outlets are good news, particularly ones which involve interaction with users. As a first-hand example of this, I spent this last weekend at a games con demonstrating board games and card games by just playing them with passers-by. Once someone starts playing a gem and getting emotionally involved, they are far more likely to consider purchasing it and associated products..


For years Frank Carver has been paying attention to the strange world of convergent technology. During that time he has discussed and researched broad subject areas, come to some surprising conclusions, produced and distributed digital media, scattered ideas and opinions like sparks from a firework, and above all consulted for businesses both large and small to help develop and deploy successful systems, services, and products in this highly complex arena.

