Massachusetts Biomedical Initiatives: The Journey from Incubation to Success

This project analyzed Massachusetts Biomedical Initiatives\u27 (MBI) current operations against their Strategic Vision and provided suggestions for improvement in various aspects for their future strategic plan. A survey with questions regarding MBI\u27s services offered and facilities was administered to MBI\u27s past, present, and prospective tenants. In addition, a linear programming model was created to optimize space allocation for new facilities. Based on the tenant responses and model, the team was able to recommend changes in the aforementioned focus areas of MBI\u27s operations. The results came directly from MBI\u27s tenant companies; therefore, these recommendations should improve both the experience of future tenants and the overall operation of MBI as an incubator if put into practice

Women\u27s Environmental Network: Improving an Internet Presence

The research goal of this project was to determine how to achieve the most effective internet presence and to educate the Women\u27s Environment Network (WEN) on these findings. Through archival and background research, interviews, surveys, and rhetorical analyses the project group developed a prototype. Implementing the prototype and recommendations will increase awareness about the organization and its goals, reach specific target audiences, promote networking among current members, recruit potential members, and provide tools for interaction through all facets of WEN