Own much of the dark fiber installed during the dot com bubble. Have recently acquired lots of regional providers giving them access to last mile networks.

While housing is going down, big building construction is huge, at least in Dallas.

Robotic surgery is less invasive and more precise so there is less pain, and a shorter hospital stay which makes both patient and insurance company happy

Biggest comback story ever, produces wonderfully designed products and breaks down barriers to innovation that drives the rest of the industry forward

Still the best designed DVR on the market. A clear underdog, but they still have the best ideas and technology. Whether they make an apple style comeback or get acquired, I think they're worth following.

Car parts manufacturer that makes the electric air conditioners for the Prius cars. I live in a very hot region and would love to see electric cooling that can run throughout the day on solar power to keep ones car cool.

Engineering and consulting firm on big civil engineering projects, of which there are many currently and more to come.

Barcodes are still the standard, but RFID has much potential. The first company to make it viable stands to benefit greatly.