Steve Blank

JUNE 27, 2017

As more and more companies face disruption from globalization, new technology, and startups that have more capital than the incumbents, the continuing cry from Wall Street investors is, “Why can’t companies be as innovative as startups?”. Here’s one reason why: Startups can do anything. Startups can do anything.

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YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 6, 2019

The report was based on a global survey of IT executives and testing leaders from different countries. But talking specifically about Startups, there still lies a loophole/s. Software Testing’, or specifically the lack thereof, is one of the answers of why startups fail. Cost of skipping Software Testing in Startup Culture.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2025

Software for managing entities simplifies the governance process by providing functions such as tailored workflows, delegating tasks, and sending automated notifications. Incorporating a method of governance allows companies to concentrate on planning and future expansion instead of being overwhelmed by day-to-day administrative duties.

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YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 25, 2013

Where there’s been the overthrowing of governments, mass protests and even outright civil war, there’s… entrepreneurship. “ Startup Rising: The Entrepreneurial Revolution Remaking the Middle East “, written by seasoned U.S. internet executive and venture investor Christopher M.

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Steve Blank

JANUARY 5, 2023

government agencies, our federal research labs, and government contractors no longer have exclusive access to these advanced technologies. Government agencies to provide context and perspective on commercial technologies and national security. We focused on the challenges created when U.S. Guest Speakers.

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Steve Blank

JANUARY 4, 2011

I did a keynote on innovation hubs at the newly created DoFuture program , spoke at Santiago’s Startup Weekend on Customer and Agile Development, and at a Conference in Patagonia supported by the Ministry of Economy’s Innovation Division. Chile has decided that it wants to be an innovation hub in South America.

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The Startup Magazine

MARCH 16, 2022

As globalization takes place, companies worldwide are looking for new opportunities to expand their business. Most of them would like to: find global partners or distributors. But finding global partners can be a challenge when you don’t know where to look for them and how to reach them. The list goes on.

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Steve Blank

APRIL 11, 2013

I just spent a few weeks in Japan and China on a book tour for the Japanese and Chinese versions of the Startup Owners Manual. This post is about the how the Chinese government engineered technology clusters. This enabled Torch to evolve with China’s rapidly global economy. government’s SBIR and STTR programs.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021

If you have been working alone, perfecting your idea, with no new business track record, your best strategy is to license the technology to a company or team with real business startup experience. You may get that million dollars someday in future royalty payments, but don’t expect anything today. Commercialization requires infrastructure.

Technical Review 391

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The Startup Magazine

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Most notably, the ground-breaking development and rapid global distribution of mRNA vaccines highlighted the speed and scale of technological advances to outsmart humanity’s most dire threats. of the global population. a leading provider of procurement intelligence, the global business intelligence market is estimated to reach $30.9

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VC Cafe

JANUARY 14, 2022

2021 was a banner year for Israeli startups, breaking new records in fundraising, new unicorns, and exits. Israeli startups are on fire. According to the 2021 Tech Review report by IVC , Israeli tech startups attracted a record of $25.6 Exits of Israeli startups in 2021 reached $82.4 Part of a global trend.

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VC Cafe

JANUARY 22, 2021

A few months ago, VC Cafe launched a series on startup engagement and outreach programs of large tech companies. After covering Google startup outreach and support (from first hand experience), today I’m happy to add Amazon and AWS, by looking into the variety of ways startups can engage with the commerce and cloud giant.

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Steve Blank

APRIL 14, 2013

I just spent a few weeks in Japan and China on a book tour for the Japanese and Chinese versions of the Startup Owners Manual. This left an open playing field for Chinese software startups as they “copy to China” existing U.S. Note that the inner ring shows their global equivalents.). All the usual caveats apply. Competition.

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Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 27, 2014

I always advise software startups to file patents to protect their “secret sauce” from competitors, and to increase their valuation. The good news is that a patent can scare off or at least delay competitors, and as a “rule of thumb” patents can add up to $1M to your startup valuation for investors or M&A exits (merger and acquisition).

Software Review 250

Software Review Software Technical Review Intellectual Property 250

ReadWriteStart

APRIL 5, 2023

The last few months have been an unprecedented time for entrepreneurs and startup founders on the market. Entrepreneurs Want a Great Place for Their Startup A slowdown in economic activity has made it increasingly challenging for entrepreneurs to establish themselves against the backdrop of reluctant consumer spending and recession risks.

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 26, 2021

The largest ones are Alibaba, Global Sources, DHgate, EC21, Tradekey, Asia Trade Hub, and go4WorldBusiness. Global Sources, once listed in Bermuda and now owned by the private equity giant Blackstone, has been active in Hong Kong since the 1970s and focuses on trade in and out of the former British colony. B2B Marketplaces in Asia.

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The Startup Magazine

JUNE 27, 2022

Serbia has been an important player in the global economy for centuries, and its role has only grown in recent years. The Serbian government is now looking to capitalize on this by launching a new initiative that will allow citizens to trade non-fungible tokens (NFTs). For more information you should check NFT code.

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The Startup Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2018

Startup businesses can benefit from the new tools in gaining root in the market. Considering the technology saves on time and money, it would be wise for startups to adopt it. For a startup, it saves on the cost you incur in waiting for the mail to be sent back. Now you can send such documents in various formats that are common.

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Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 18, 2019

Act II was “revenge of the luddites” in which some local governments banned them and some annoyed citizens stole them or broke them. Scooters are now seen by the local government as an important long-term solution to both congestion and to reducing pollution. Springtime is Here: A New Watermark Yes, there was seasonality.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 24, 2013

Existing technologies have been “commoditized” globally. Government bail-outs do not promote innovation. Single-node factories may be home-based with a global market. With the global market, the growth opportunity is huge, starting local and scaling at any pace. Competitive advantages are rapidly vaporizing on these.

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ReadWriteStart

MARCH 31, 2020

Venture capital investment is one of the top places startups look out for when seeking funding for their business alongside other popular options like angel investing and crowdfunding. Therefore, startups can expect investors to make significant adjustments based on lessons learned last year, which are rather harsh.

Technical Review 175

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Steve Blank

SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

. — I just watched a very smart company try to manage innovation by hiring a global consulting firm to offload engineering from “distractions.” An existing company or government organization is primarily organized for day-to-day execution of its current business processes or mission. There’s a much better way.

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VC Cafe

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

The past year was a wild ride for startups and founders, giving a whole new meaning to the ”rollercoaster” aspect of being an entrepreneur. A combination of competition for top talent and an effort to bring employees back to the office drove startups in Israel to throw extravagant parties and all-inclusive retreats abroad.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 18, 2014

The value is tied to infrastructure outside your control, such as a pervasive network of fuel stations, trained service facilities and new government regulations. business entrepreneur idea invention startup value' You need a viable business model and customers. Lock in your sustainable advantage.

Technical Review 266

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Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 25, 2010

This is an updated post from my ongoing series on Startup Advice that I learned from founding two companies. . China is indelibly an important part of the future of the global technology system. We felt this was a marquee account and one that would help us take our collaboration tool global as Thames owned assets all over the world.

China 333

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The Startup Magazine

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Expanding a startup beyond domestic borders is a significant milestone in any business journey. Both countries offer diverse markets, favorable trade agreements, and unique consumer bases that can help startups broaden their reach and enhance profitability. its stable economy, and a highly educated workforce.

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Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 25, 2010

This is an updated post from my ongoing series on Startup Advice that I learned from founding two companies. . China is indelibly an important part of the future of the global technology system. We felt this was a marquee account and one that would help us take our collaboration tool global as Thames owned assets all over the world.

China 328

China Silicon Valley Software Review Technical Review 328

Haystack

DECEMBER 29, 2018

It’s that time of year, time to look back and reflect on the most significant storylines in the tech, startup, and VC world. And, with that warning, I offer to you, the big stories in the startup and investing ecosystem of 2018, written in ascending order of importance and magnitude…. 4/ Global Trade Wars Are For Real.

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The Startup Magazine

MARCH 14, 2022

First, the Bitcoin global popularity increased after the financial crisis of 2008 which led many to question the stability of national currencies and fiat money. Bitcoin uses peer-to-peer transactions, mining, and other technological feats to operate without central authority or banks, unlike government-issued currencies.

Technical Review 157

Technical Review Software Review Florida Government 157

ReadWriteStart

MAY 7, 2021

10 Important Hiring Tips for Startups in Post COVID Era. With overwhelming changes like corporate office closures , temporary suspension of visa appointments with the government, HR teams have a lot to keep track of. Hiring Global Talent. So, as a result, competition is becoming fiercer to find the right candidate.

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 30, 2022

As markets continue to change ever more rapidly through new technology and innovation, the global social, economic, and business environment will quickly evolve as well. Establish a governance process to support efforts. If you don’t keep it top of mind today, then you are going to be left behind.

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The Startup Magazine

MARCH 13, 2019

In an effort to support startups looking for capital and mentorship, The Startup Magazine is supporting American Electric Power in the launch of its IlluminationLAB global innovation program for technology entrepreneurs. We encourage all startups to consider applying to this rewarding startup accelerator.

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YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

The pandemic has caused a severe downturn in global economies. Yet despite the overarching negative outlook, startups seem to be weathering the storm. Quartz mentions that startups seem to be dealing with the pressures of the pandemic far more effectively than larger businesses and conglomerates. Larger Companies Responses.

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Steve Blank

NOVEMBER 1, 2017

In his Harvard Business Review article summing up his tenure, Immelt recalls that the two things that influenced him most were Marc Andreessen’s 2011 Wall Street Journal article “ Why Software Is Eating the World, ” and Eric Ries’s book The Lean Startup. So is John Rice, the head of Global Operations along with CFO Jeffrey Bornstein.

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YoungUpstarts

JULY 16, 2019

In 2018, Canada had a record-low unemployment rate and as a result we are seeing more companies, startups and online-based businesses dedicated to serving the niche-jobs industry. Global interest in Canadian tech jobs has increased by 58%. Experts believe the global interest has made these jobs easier to fill. In 2016, 16.4%

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The Startup Magazine

JANUARY 26, 2022

As an example, all major global markets regions require that electronic devices for sale in public markets meet radio emissions specifications (industry known as Electro-Magnetic Compatibility) regulations, which vary by region. certified test equipment and test environment) results available for governing agency review.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 8, 2018

If you have been working alone, perfecting your idea, with no new business track record, your best strategy is to license the technology to a company or team with real business startup experience. You may get that million dollars someday in future royalty payments, but don’t expect anything today. Commercialization requires infrastructure.

Technical Review 215

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