[billw]

I have no idea if any of the following actually apply, but they would be my first guesses for the relucatant embrace of VEX:

1. IFI is not receptive to FIRST suggestions for changes/improvements to the platform. RF might be one area that is vital to FIRST but not to IFI.

2. FIRST would like to see additional revenue sharing. This tactic certainly applies some public pressure.

3. IFI is moving in the direction of the hobbyist with its latest releases. This is contrary to the more "educational" vision of FIRST.

In any event, I am quite pleased that FIRST has at least set a course for the upcoming year. We can now start bringing others on board with some assurance that there will actually be a program. I was quite reluctant to do so prior to this announcement.

Bill Wiley
Coach, Vexy Things