If they announce a formal partnership by June, I can't see how anyone would not see that as a significant accomplishment - especially if it is with the likes of Platinum/Lifescan. It was clear that TBG would not be available in the US in that time frame in the PR.

The one point in the 1/17 PR that did grab my attention is that the GenUltimate strips would be replaced by TBG Srips beginning in March. I am hoping there is further clarification in the Annual Report on the status there.