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Industry Problem Bank

Start with the problem—not a predefined program.

SIS structures the request, evaluates scope and sensitivity, and routes it toward a student project, faculty or laboratory referral, or an appropriate ecosystem provider.

Step 1 of 2

Describe the operational problem

Plain language is enough. SIS will structure the request before anything is published.

Preview mode: this form demonstrates the workflow and does not transmit or save contact or problem data.

AI-assisted draftWaiting for problem

Coordination is the product.

AI reduces administrative work. It does not approve scopes, assign students, or publish projects.

~2 hours

SIS research request

A bounded question with a short evidence-backed response.

~20 hours

Short student project

A defined deliverable suitable for a small student team.

~100 hours

Applied project / capstone candidate

A larger scope requiring faculty or program coordination.

Commercial

Ecosystem referral

Route to an appropriate consultant, Utah MEP, or other provider.

Research-intensive

Faculty / laboratory referral

Route to qualified research expertise and facilities.