Before he even received his last cheque, he was rehired into a DEC division dedicated to developing new hardware. This group became caught up in building a computer that was smaller than any yet built, intending to bring the new product into new markets such as schools.
Before receiving his last payment, he was reemployed by a DEC department dedicated to pioneering new hardware technology. The group became immersed in designing and building an ultra-compact computer, with the intention of bringing this innovation into schools and other educational environments.