Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 21, 2013

help you integrate your product with other systems making it harder for your product to be replaced by competitors. deliver profitable revenue that while on gross margins of 50% vs. software at 85-95% it is still profits to help you cover fixed costs. Only Work on Projects That Support Your Core Product Effort.

Software Review 321

Software Review Software IP Technical Review 321

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 1, 2017

The “valley of death” is a common term in the startup world, referring to the difficulty of covering the negative cash flow in the early stages of a startup, before their new product or service is bringing in revenue from real customers. Consider licensing your product or intellectual property, and “white labeling.”

Product Development 177

Product Development Cost Developer Product 177

The Startup Magazine

APRIL 21, 2020

Product development involves the creation or modification of a product, satisfying a market niche or newly defined customer. Now more than ever, plastics are very useful in product design because there are a lot of benefits of using plastic. The process can be a critical part of product development. Urethane Casting.

Product Development 99

Product Development Developer Product Technical Review 99

YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 2, 2014

Green ketchup, bottled water for pets, airport security “action figures”, yogurt shampoo – there have been some pretty epic product failures over the years. However the reality is that a significant majority of products don’t succeed. An estimated 75 to 95 percent of new products fail in the marketplace. Google Chromebook.

Product 222

Product Technical Review Software Review Green 222

YoungUpstarts

APRIL 24, 2020

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, most of the United States is in a lockdown and many businesses have had to close. If you’re a retail company that gains the majority of your business from people walking into your storefront and walking out with your product, then this puts you into a tough spot. What Is Retail 4.0?

Software Review 232

Software Review Social Media Technical Review United States 232

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 4, 2022

The “valley of death” is a common term in the startup world, referring to the difficulty of covering the negative cash flow in the early stages of a startup, before their new product or service is bringing in revenue from real customers. Consider licensing your product or intellectual property, and “white labeling.”

Intellectual Property 261

Intellectual Property Technical Review Incubator Bootstrapping 261

YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

The good news is that you can have more productive meetings when you follow a few best practices. Stick to the agenda so that you don’t quickly get off-topic and refer to this roadmap throughout your conversation. Use Technology to Review Goals & Tasks.

Technical Review 204

Technical Review Software Review Conversion Email 204

Both Sides of the Table

DECEMBER 7, 2014

I had dinner this week with a top new customer at one of our enterprise software investments. I wish I did more enterprise software investing because when I attend meetings like this I realize that this is my core DNA – rolling out business software solutions to customers. You can’t. Many people advise against this.

Software Review 341

Software Review Customer Technical Review LP 341

VC Cafe

JUNE 26, 2023

I spent a chunk of my career as a product manager in search (Shopping.com, GLG, Ask.com, AOL and Google) so I find this particularly interesting. I referred to this in my post on incumbents vs. upstarts. Until now, to succeed in search companies needed two things: 1) an index of the web 2) an algorithm to organise the results.

Generative AI 174

Generative AI Search ChatGPT Technical Review 174

Board Effect

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Application security refers to all processes that make apps more secure. The goal of application security is to improve security practices within your nonprofit’s software applications.? . production codes ?in Implement security monitoring software.? What Is Application Security? . in web applications.? .

Security 77

Security Software Review Technical Review Cloud 77

The Startup Magazine

APRIL 11, 2024

A remote workforce can have many benefits including: Access to a wider range of candidates who don’t have to live in commuting distance Costs saved due to reduced office space needs Happier employees as a result of no commute and flexible working hour options Of course, hiring a remote workforce does come with its challenges.

Hiring 132

Hiring Technical Review Software Review Security 132

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 6, 2019

The “valley of death” is a common term in the startup world, referring to the difficulty of covering the negative cash flow in the early stages of a startup, before their new product or service is bringing in revenue from real customers. Consider licensing your product or intellectual property, and “white labeling.”

Finance 320

Finance Intellectual Property Technical Review Incubator 320

The Startup Magazine

MAY 11, 2020

Whether you are new in business or an established entrepreneur, you need to be diligent with your finances. If you are struggling with settling your dues, it is essential to find effective strategies to get your business out of debt. By doing so, you can focus on improving productivity and sales. Pay Debts on Time .

Software Review 105

Software Review Small Business Management Bankruptcy 105

Board Effect

JULY 27, 2023

Minute-taking software allows secretaries to schedule board meetings and easily send out invitations electronically, which usually results in getting faster RSVPs. Board secretaries can even use the software to take attendance once meetings begin. Board secretaries can even use the software to take attendance once meetings begin.

Technical Review 52

Technical Review Technology Software Review Due Diligence 52

YoungUpstarts

JUNE 15, 2020

by Mahendra Gupta of Saviom Software. Documentation management focuses on creating, reviewing, modifying, certifying, issuing, and distributing the documents that validate your project approach. Improper documentation management can diminish enterprise visibility due to the silos that crop up across work and the resource pool.

Management 165

Management Software Review Technical Review Later Stage 165

The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 6, 2021

It’s not enough to review the localized website and decide it’s not offensive. Your team would then have to spend more time editing code to make sure everything is corrected. This will help you find defects earlier and produce a more polished product. 2. Be culturally aware. Is this offensive in their culture?

Development Team Review 158

Development Team Review Software Review SEO Audience 158

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 14, 2015

This term refers to the penchant to add just one more feature to the product or service before first delivery, just because you can. The result is a bloated first product which finally collapses under its own weight, or is too late and too expensive for the intended customer. Define milestones for cost review and sign-off.

Technical Review 120

Technical Review Product Software Review Database 120

Aymeric Gaurat-Apelli

JUNE 20, 2021

Last week, one question that came up was “How do you keep the quality of your product up?” ” As the only technical founder of the group, I could offer some suggestions regarding the software development aspect. If you run into product quality issues (bugs), the first thing to look at is your team culture.

Technical Review 28

Technical Review SCRUM Software Review Product 28

YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 13, 2013

You’ve decided to hire a development shop to build an MVP , give your product a facelift, or build that mobile app you’ve been wanting to build for years. However, you’ll be spending a lot of money on developing your product, so it’s important to take time to research and interview the firms that interest you. Contact references.

Developer 203

Developer Hiring Cofounder Technical Review 203

ConversionXL

JUNE 16, 2022

A marketing playbook is a reference guide that outlines how a business will manage its marketing on a particular channel or campaign. Where your product or service fits into the market. Each person in the content team will refer to this section to find out their role and responsibilities in the overall workflow. Positioning.

Campaign 149

Campaign CTO Marketing Social Media 149

ConversionXL

JANUARY 18, 2022

In 2018, after two short years and $3 million raised in startup funds, recruitment AI company Ansaro shut down due to bad market fit. To succeed in today’s crowded market, you need to harmonize product marketing and brand marketing. Brand vs product marketing: Friends or foe? They rely on each other for success.

Marketing 110

Marketing Product Audience Equity 110

YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 17, 2017

Prior to signing any lease, practice due diligence as well. Know Your Product. It is vital to know everything about your product, from origins and how it’s made, to who designed it and how it’s stored. The more you know about your product, the more comfortable and trusting the client is with you and your business.

Small Business 164

Small Business Software Review Entrepreneur Due Diligence 164

YoungUpstarts

APRIL 28, 2020

Also referred to as a virtual or geographically dispersed team, a distributed team is a group of people who work as a team across time, space, and organizational boundaries. In addressing these challenges, it’s important to consider the basic points of finding the right people, using suitable software tools, and effective management.

Distribution 147

Distribution Global Software Review Software 147

Up and Running

JULY 28, 2022

A business structure refers to how an organization is structured as recognized in a given jurisdiction. Still, you can use accounting software or work with a tax professional. When starting a business, consider if your product/service has a unique invention that needs to be protected from being copied by others.

Small Business 167

Small Business Intellectual Property Cofounder Software Review 167

ConversionXL

JULY 15, 2020

The most recent report shows other benefits: 53% of marketers experience higher levels of productivity with their teams. The differences between how agility manifests in a marketing team vs. a software team can be striking. In the Agile software development context, a stand-up might follow the structure: What did I do yesterday?

Agile 87

Agile SCRUM Software Review Marketing 87

Austin Startup

FEBRUARY 1, 2018

(Almost) everything you need to know (but are afraid to ask) before you wistfully ask a product manager to coffee so they will help you find a job. TL;DR Product management is a unique and poorly understood discipline, especially as it applies to software and other tech-related companies.

Management 85

Management Product Technical Review Software Review 85

Up and Running

OCTOBER 30, 2020

Once your business is up and running and as new customers buy your products, referrals will start rolling in organically. Think about it — your customers will likely showcase your products to their friends and family, and your brand name will come up in conversations and recommendations. Basically the digital version of word-of-mouth.

eCommerce 152

eCommerce Sales Software Review Canada 152

Up and Running

SEPTEMBER 10, 2014

Angels invest in one out of every forty deals they review (2.5%) versus the one out of 400 by VC’s (0.25%). They are professionals with full-time jobs, who often don’t have time for due diligence (and may not even know how to do it) and often make decisions through trusted referrals or based on gut feelings (more on gut feelings later).

Angel Investor 159

Angel Investor Technical Review Software Review Accredited Investor 159

Gust

DECEMBER 22, 2011

So you’ve chosen a name for your startup, product, or both. It’s possible to have a company with literally millions of customers (users) that employs only a handful of people, working in a small rented office, with hardware and software costing in the tens of thousands rather than millions of dollars. Instagram is a textbook example.)

Intellectual Property 149

Intellectual Property Technical Review Software Review IP 149

The Startup Magazine

MAY 1, 2023

In today’s fast-paced world, businesses with vehicle fleets are constantly seeking ways to improve efficiency and productivity while reducing costs. Utilize online resources to compare prices, reviews, and specifications of different vehicles. Use online resources to compare prices, reviews, and specifications.

Technical Review 120

Technical Review Artificial Inteligence Management Software Review 120

ConversionXL

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

But, increasingly, the Apple hype-fests are a marketing—not a product—showcase. For product launches, long-term success relies on cornerstones of marketing research and execution, like a strong value proposition and full-funnel campaign. Yet while product launches are a risk, they’re not as risky as you think. Image source ).

Product 110

Product Campaign Acquisition Social Media 110

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 30, 2019

The “valley of death” is a common term in the startup world, referring to the difficulty of covering the negative cash flow in the early stages of a startup, before their new product or service is bringing in revenue from real customers. Consider licensing your product or intellectual property, and “white labeling.”

Intellectual Property 219

Intellectual Property Technical Review Startup Incubator 219

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 19, 2013

This term refers to the penchant to add just one more feature to the product or service before first delivery, just because you can. The result is a bloated first product which finally collapses under its own weight, or is too late and too expensive for the intended customer. Define milestones for cost review and sign-off.

Technical Review 275

Technical Review Startup Software Review Database 275

ReadWriteStart

JULY 7, 2021

Business to Business (B2B) – Also referred to as Enterprise to Enterprise, it is typically utilized to transport documents, equipment, reports, and raw materials from one place to another. For example, manufacturing companies use On-demand courier delivery apps for kickstarting their production activities in their factories and plants.

Technical Review 163

Technical Review Artificial Inteligence Demand Social Media 163

YoungUpstarts

APRIL 16, 2018

But combining these expenses in a joined account can cause unnecessary frustration and a myriad of problems during tax time, including making it more complicated and time consuming when doing your taxes yourself or utilizing a tax preparation software. Find a solution that allows for employee sub-accounts.

Small Business 150

Small Business Software Review CPA Employee 150

Steve Blank

MAY 27, 2010

After being in business for all of seven months, one of our first deals at Epiphany was with a software company called Visio , (now owned by Microsoft.) After some heroics from our CTO in extracting data from SAP, the Visio CFO loved our product, thought we could save them a ton of time and money and wanted it installed ASAP.

Fractional CTO 304

Fractional CTO CTO Hire Software Review Startup 304

Up and Running

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

You can sell products and services online without fancy face-to-face sales pitches, you don’t have to rent out an expensive physical storefront, and best of all, you can make sales while you sleep! Now, SEO for an ecommerce website requires a great deal of due diligence by the site owner, regardless of the platform.

eCommerce 77

eCommerce Technical Review Software Review XML 77