Hi Rony,
On 9/23/06, Rony <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
Hello Krish,
Your strategy for promoting linux is too focused on attacking M$. Forget
MS and its usage. Promote linux purely on its own strengths and to
people who *deserve* linux. Just as any marketing strategy, first be
very clear on what you exactly want to offer to your clients and what
can you actually offer. The hardware guys who do AMCs for the clients
are not your target, so don't bother about their opinion. Keep yourself
ready for anti-linux barbs and jabs and be clear in your response.
Provide maximum examples of existing linux systems to shut your
opponents up.
I completely agree with you Rony. When you attack your opponent you
are generally seen in poor light.
If you see a market for porting foxpro based solutions onto linux, then
on your laptop, create a working demo of the same and show it to your
potential clients so there is minimum talk and maximum presentation.
Avoid disrupting the client's working setup. You are a salesman selling
a product, not a concept, so be ready with your product.
Indeed, instead of a rant show them what is possible and what
"advantage" the customer is going to get.
I also feel that Chetan's strategy is very sound. But make sure that
whatever FUD you give is backed by facts. :-)
Regards,
Rony.
With regards,
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