HP Case Study

Situation:

There was building concern among analysts and other HP pundits that growth of the printer market was flattening.  More importantly, there was a growing perception that HP was losing its competitive edge due to lack of vision and innovation.  Read the study

MicroMem Case Study

Situation:

Micromem came to us with an amazing story. They had a new technology that they claimed would replace all data memory technology in use today. Their new memory was cheaper, faster, more durable, less volatile and more flexible than any technology currently being used. The ramifications for the computer industry were enormous. They wanted to know if we could help. Read the study 

Toshiba Case Study

Situation:

Toshiba was the first company to introduce and popularize the laptop computer. Over the years however, several other companies joined the market and Toshiba found themselves losing significant market share. Read the study 

Innovative Partnership Case Study

Situation:

Ruth Scott was president of the Association for Portland Progress (APP) and clearly one of Portland's most visible civic leaders and visionaries. She approached Brenner Associates for help with the launch of her newest venture, an organization being formed to tackle Portland area's most persistent community problems. Read the study 

Cenquest Case Study

Situation:

Cenquest was a new private enterprise in the e-learning industry. The company was pioneering new concepts in online education for working professionals. At the same time, there were many new e-learning companies vying for recognition and industry acceptance. Following the e-commerce market plunge, however, many of these companies were closing their doors and the initial enthusiasm expressed by the press and the public was quickly dwindling. Read the study