Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 19, 2013

This source is a major focus these days, due to government initiatives to incent research and development on alternative energy and other technologies. Consider licensing your product or intellectual property, and “white labeling.” Apply for contests and business grants. Commit to a major customer.

Intellectual Property 309

Intellectual Property Technical Review Venture Capital Startup 309

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 14, 2014

This source is a major focus these days, due to government initiatives to incent research and development on alternative energy and other technologies. Consider licensing your product or intellectual property, and “white labeling.” Apply for contests and business grants. Commit to a major customer.

Entrepreneur 283

Entrepreneur Intellectual Property Technical Review Incubator 283

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 27, 2014

Even after your application is accepted, the issuing process takes a lifetime in today’s technology (4-5 years). Software technology changes rapidly. Software changes fast and the government moves slowly. Count on spending $10K to $20K per patent just for a USA application today, unless you do most of the work.

Software Review 250

Software Review Software Technical Review Intellectual Property 250

Steve Blank

APRIL 14, 2013

Intellectual property protection is great on paper and “limited” in practice. Eventually, China’s innovation-driven economy needs intellectual property rights and anti-trust laws that are enforced. The Chinese government must be laughing hysterically over U.S. web site, they create another 100,000 VPN users.

China 328

China Silicon Valley Non-Compete Intellectual Property 328

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 4, 2022

This source is a major focus these days, due to government initiatives to incent research and development on alternative energy and other technologies. Consider licensing your product or intellectual property, and “white labeling.” Apply for contests and business grants. Commit to a major customer.

Intellectual Property 261

Intellectual Property Technical Review Incubator Bootstrapping 261

Feld Thoughts

MAY 9, 2011

Over the past few years, I’ve spent some time thinking about how the government can help entrepreneurship. It started with my role as the co-chairman of the Colorado Governors Innovation Council which was my first involvement in any formal way with any government initiative. Necessity will drive efficiency.

Government 143

Government Technical Review Intellectual Property Accredited Investor 143

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 18, 2014

Of course, it helps to have innovative technologies before you start building a business. 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 experience. Truly disruptive technologies carry an extra burden.

Technical Review 266

Technical Review Intellectual Property Early Stage Global 266

YoungUpstarts

MARCH 26, 2012

Multiple high-profile attacks on organizations and governments around the world, including Malaysia, have grabbed international headlines due to their well-coordinated nature and the scale of the data breach. Governments, companies and individuals are increasingly more willing to spend to safeguard their information.

Malaysia 226

Malaysia Intellectual Property Government Technical Review 226

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 30, 2019

This source is a major focus these days, due to government initiatives to incent research and development on alternative energy and other technologies. Consider licensing your product or intellectual property, and “white labeling.” Apply for contests and business grants. Commit to a major customer.

Intellectual Property 219

Intellectual Property Technical Review Startup Incubator 219

The Startup Magazine

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The country’s business-friendly environment is bolstered by its strong intellectual property laws, well-established financial systems, and government support programs for innovation and entrepreneurship. Startups in technology, healthcare, clean energy, and fintech find particular promise in Canada’s growing industries.

Mexico 148

Mexico Canada Intellectual Property North America 148

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 27, 2014

Check for intellectual property barriers in your way. Sometimes your solution is impressive, but mass acceptance requires a big culture change, a large support system, or government legislation. If you find more than a dozen solutions that loosely match your idea, it may be time to skip that one and try another.

Technical Review 267

Technical Review Due Diligence Entrepreneur Intellectual Property 267

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 13, 2023

Check for intellectual property barriers in your way. Sometimes your solution is impressive, but mass acceptance requires a big culture change, a large support system, or government legislation. If you find more than a dozen solutions that loosely match your idea, it may be time to skip that one and try another.

Technical Review 267

Technical Review Due Diligence Intellectual Property Internet 267

Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 14, 2010

Creating a strong value proposition requires substantial customer insight, thorough study, an understanding of the real value of intellectual property, thoughtfulness, and several iterations. A Main Street member typically joins the board of directors and actively participates in corporate governance and as an advisor to management.

Intellectual Property 265

Intellectual Property Balance Sheet Phoenix Arizona 265

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 27, 2016

For a software startup, a patent can be the intellectual property providing the key competitive advantage, or it can be an expensive non-defensible bureaucratic nightmare -- or both. That’s more than a lifetime in today’s technology. Patent offices can’t keep up with software technology. Even if you start with the U.S.

Software Review 120

Software Review Intellectual Property Software Technical Review 120

YoungUpstarts

JULY 17, 2014

The goal is to sell more iPhones and iPads to corporate and government agencies. We developed a new technology, protected the intellectual property, and then profited on the fact that nobody could duplicate what we did. How can two companies, which have been bitter rivals actually make this work?

Intellectual Property 215

Intellectual Property Stock Government Restful 215

SoCal CTO

MAY 15, 2009

Just a quick note that I'll be moderating a Technology Council Event : Social Networking as a Business Strategy May 19, 2009 - Culver City Social networking media are used on a daily basis to grow businesses and expand career opportunities. He has written several books on intellectual property law.

Social Network 150

Social Network Networking Los Angeles Fractional CTO 150

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 8, 2018

Of course it helps to have innovative technologies before you start building a business. 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. Commercialization requires infrastructure.

Technical Review 215

Technical Review Intellectual Property Early Stage Global 215

Gust

OCTOBER 19, 2014

Even after your application is accepted, the issuing process takes a lifetime in today’s technology (4-5 years). Software technology changes rapidly. Software changes fast and the government moves slowly. Count on spending $10K to $20K per patent just for a USA application today, unless you do most of the work.

Software Review 173

Software Review Software Technical Review Intellectual Property 173

Steve Blank

APRIL 14, 2013

Intellectual property protection is great on paper and “limited” in practice. Eventually, China’s innovation-driven economy needs intellectual property rights and anti-trust laws that are enforced. The Chinese government must be laughing hysterically over U.S. web site, they create another 100,000 VPN users.

China 220

China Silicon Valley Non-Compete Intellectual Property 220

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 1, 2017

This source is a major focus these days, due to government initiatives to incent research and development on alternative energy and other technologies. Consider licensing your product or intellectual property, and “white labeling.” Apply for contests and business grants. Commit to a major customer.

Product Development 177

Product Development Cost Developer Product 177

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Check for intellectual property barriers in your way. Sometimes your solution is impressive, but mass acceptance requires a big culture change, a large support system, or government legislation. If you find more than a dozen solutions that loosely match your idea, it may be time to skip that one and try another.

Technical Review 208

Technical Review Due Diligence Intellectual Property Internet 208

YoungUpstarts

JULY 5, 2020

Canada also boasts of strong industries that are globally recognized for their advanced knowledge and applications of modern technology. Canada is at the forefront of cutting-edge technology in major industries such as fiber optics, aerospace, and biopharmaceuticals. Canada’s Industry Strengths.

Canada 264

Canada North America Intellectual Property Asia 264

Steve Blank

MAY 26, 2009

Intellectual Property At the next class I said, “You all ought to get out and start talking to customers on day one, and get early feedback on your idea. You don’t need to worry about any Intellectual Property (IP) issues. Moore’s technology adoption lifecycle tells us to find a client.

Vertical 159

Vertical Silicon Valley Intellectual Property RSS 159

Steve Blank

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Our economic and foreign policy officials didn’t notice the four-alarm fire as we first gutted our manufacturing infrastructure and sent it to China (profits are better when you outsource); then passively stood by as our intellectual property was being siphoned off; and had no answer to China’s web of trade deals (China’s Belt and Road).

Technology 418

Technology Russia China Intellectual Property 418

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 12, 2018

This source is a major focus these days, due to government initiatives to incent research and development on alternative energy and other technologies. Consider licensing your product or intellectual property, and “white labeling.” Apply for contests and business grants. Commit to a major customer.

Intellectual Property 134

Intellectual Property Technical Review Startup Incubator 134

Board Effect

MAY 24, 2019

Federal rules govern all civil procedures within the United States District Courts. Over 70% of organizations discuss intellectual property within their emails. In deciding which emails to keep, and for how long, the email retention policy should be governed by industry standards and government regulations.

Retention 75

Retention Email Technical Review Technology 75

YoungUpstarts

MAY 22, 2016

Taking appropriate action for intellectual property protection. Many startups are created based on a unique product, technology or service. Failing to take appropriate steps to protect your intellectual property can leave you vulnerable and without any legal standing should another business take your unique idea.

Intellectual Property 124

Intellectual Property Startup Cofounder Technical Review 124

Up and Running

MARCH 12, 2019

We live in an era when technology permeates every aspect of our lives. While this may be an innovative solution to your immediate need for tech talent needs, the question of how to protect your intellectual property when outsourcing software development has probably crossed your mind. It’s a valid concern. Start with a contract.

IP 80

IP Software Developers Software Development Intellectual Property 80

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 8, 2015

This source is a major focus these days, due to government initiatives to incent research and development on alternative energy and other technologies. Consider licensing your product or intellectual property, and “white labeling.” Apply for contests and business grants. Commit to a major customer.

Entrepreneur 120

Entrepreneur Intellectual Property Technical Review Incubator 120

Steve Blank

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

We just completed the eighth week of our new national security class at Stanford – Technology, Innovation and Great Power Competition. Joe Felter , Raj Shah and I designed the class to cover how technology will shape the character and employment of all instruments of national power. Class 2 focused on China, the U.S.’s

Technology 349

Technology Russia Artificial Inteligence United States 349

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 20, 2016

Of course it helps to have innovative technologies before you start building a business. 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. Commercialization requires infrastructure.

Technical Review 120

Technical Review Intellectual Property Early Stage Global 120

Up and Running

NOVEMBER 19, 2015

Nearly all businesses, whether they are small or large, are comprised of intellectual property (IP) and trade secrets, which can serve as the foundation for commercial success. The World Intellectual Property Organization defines IP as, “creations of the mind,” which, depending on the business, can take many forms.

Intellectual Property 60

Intellectual Property Business Plan IP Early Stage 60

YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 7, 2015

By David Kidd, Vice President of Governance, Risk & Compliance at Peak 10. There’s no single answer but one important strategy for keeping data private and secure on major holidays and beyond is to focus on people, not just on technologies. 1] But has pubic concern inspired action? What’s the solution? Inside Job.

Security 100

Security Intellectual Property Government Technical Review 100

The Startup Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Federal Government, highlighting the impact of these partnerships. Furthermore, leveraging these partnerships will help you navigate areas where you may lack expertise, such as technology or marketing. Leveraging Technology for Competitive Advantage Technology is the backbone of successful startups.

Early Stage 156

Early Stage Artificial Inteligence Intellectual Property Startup 156

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 11, 2016

Check for intellectual property barriers in your way. Sometimes your solution is impressive, but mass acceptance requires a big culture change, a large support system, or government legislation. If you find more than a dozen solutions that loosely match your idea, it may be time to skip that one and try another.

Technical Review 120

Technical Review Due Diligence Intellectual Property Internet 120

VC Cafe

OCTOBER 12, 2010

Seculert (=Security Alert) is a subscription service based on proprietary patent-pending technology that detects and alerts companies of cyber threats affecting their networks, and accurately identifies the affected network domains. The exact sum was not disclosed. billion times per month.

Cloud 74

Cloud Intellectual Property Israel Software Review 74

Up and Running

AUGUST 29, 2014

A venture feasibility study analyzes an idea from several perspectives: market opportunity, competition, resources available, resource gaps, financial viability, operational issues, intellectual property rights, development timeline and technology needs. How do I sell my products to the federal government?

Small Business 87

Small Business CPA Government North America 87