The p-System was brought to Ross's attention by a developer at their San Diego branch [who had an Apple I computer]. Ross visited UCSD and was smitten by a college operation building a system he recognized as kindred to his AED efforts. SofTech licensed the p-System and established a Microsystems subsidiary in 1979.
Ross discovered the p-System through a developer at their San Diego office [who had an Apple I computer]. Upon visiting UCSD, Ross was drawn to a college project that mirrored his AED ambitions. SofTech licensed the p-System and established a Microsystems division in 1979.