Indeed, the most basic computers available today far outperform even the state of the art of a decade ago. 80386-based computers will meet all but the university's most complex computing needs well into the next century. Donation solicitation is an exercise in salesmanship. Donators must be inspired to act. Donation impulses are acted upon immediately, or not at all.
Project success hinges on targeting key decision-makers with an effective presentation strategy.
However, an effective presentation is equally important to success. We seek to convince CEOs that FUN CAP is a worthwhile cause in which to participate. The University of Namibia, due to the contemporary history of the republic, lends itself to such a presentation. Just as the timing within the computer industry is ripe for encouraging donations, so are the developmental histories of both the nation and the university. The initial contact letter must highlight the myriad reasons, from the point of view of both the corporations and the university, why the donation of computer equipment is essential.