Thread: Should FIRST expand beyond robotics?
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Unread 06-05-2010, 11:12
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Re: Should FIRST expand beyond robotics?
For FIRST to expand in any area, they would need to expand their staff, first. It is my opinion that they could expand their staff now - in order to handle the needs and demands of the teams in the programs they already have in place at the current time. One area that comes to mind is continuing to work to develop methods of sustainability for the teams that have formed and are forming in FRC - strengthening regions that are in need of mentors, program development, and support. When the programs are developing consistently and the staff is not overwhelmed or buried under the current system, then expansion into other areas could be looked at. If they are seriously considering expansion in the near future, perhaps the staff that they bring on board will help strengthen the current programs and system in place, understanding the true nature of the programs and the demands placed on teams. That would be key.

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