Source summary On September 9, NIST described efforts to move precision measurement technologies from the laboratory into industrial use. A portable torque-wrench calibration system developed with a manufacturer is being tested by the US Air Force. Portable technology for calibrating voltage-measuring instruments is also under development. The examples emphasize that size, price and technical barriers in field operation must be addressed before a laboratory prototype becomes a purchasable product. TABS Company's business perspective Commercialization plans should include what target customers currently pay, how long they wait and the requirements for connecting to existing equipment. Agreeing with early customers on a validation environment and targets for performance, installation time and maintenance cost can clarify development priorities. Technology transfer and joint development also require plans for production, sales and maintenance, alongside intellectual property protection. Caution The technologies described are at different stages of commercialization. Equipment under testing should not be interpreted as already widely available for purchase.