ANNOUNCEMENT Survive and Prosper in Today's Rapidly Changing Market! Organization readiness, product or service repositioning, and aggressive marketing plans are essential if your firm is going to survive and prosper in the new marketplace. DCAP-the Defense Conversion Assistance Program can help small businesses shift from mainly DoD dependent contracting to a more balanced federal and commercial business portfolio, including foreign markets. Our training team of experienced practitioners explore the prerequisites for making this transition. For more information about DCAP consulting and open-enrollment and customized in-company training programs, look for us on the Internet at http://www.sbdc.org/dcap or call the DCAP Hotline (703) 279-3350. Your business is our business. Our goal: Help you survive and prosper in today's competitive business environment. WEB: DCAP, http://www.sbdc.org/dcap. E-MAIL: DCAP, dcap@patriot.net.

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