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How do I qualify for
confidential, no-cost assistance?
The project must have the
potential to strengthen an existing Indiana company or governmental unit, help a
new venture get started in our state, or improve the quality of life for our citizens.
What type of assistance is available?
Advanced manufacturing and logistics, business management,
product development,
information technology, quality,
manufacturing processes, Human resource issues and interpersonal
skill development, summer interns,
and the annual High Tech Job Fair.
Note:
TAP does not perform work that requires a professional engineer's approval or involves
litigation.
Is product design and prototyping available?
We support many
product development questions and problems, but we do not design products from
scratch.
Note: TAP does not
perform work that will develop intellectual property. Such work can be done by Purdue
on a contract basis.
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Is testing and analysis available?
Limited testing and analysis
is available to support product development
and problem-solving projects. We refer companies to testing laboratories for routine
testing and for testing to industry standards.
Can I call TAP with short questions?
Yes. We are usually able to respond quickly by phone or e-mail.
Who performs the assistance projects?
A team of 25 Purdue faculty, professional staff, and graduate students.
How much help is available?
Free assistance is limited
to 40 hours per company per year. Extended projects are available on a funded basis.
How quickly can I get started?
Most projects begin one
to three weeks after contacting TAP.
What is the sequence for a typical project?
- A business, new venture,
or governmental unit contacts TAP and is quickly informed if the request qualifies
for assistance.
- TAP schedules a meeting
with the client (often at the client site) to obtain specific project information
and to define the project scope and timing.
- TAP personnel work with
the client to complete the project.
- TAP requests an evaluation
of the assistance provided.
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