Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 2, 2021

I like the summary of the competitive reality in a new book, “ Rethinking Competitive Advantage: New Rules for the Digital Age ,” by Ram Charan, who relates a wealth of current experience from global clients: Customers expect a personalized experience. Features, availability, and brand are just the price of entry.

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SoCal CTO

MAY 18, 2010

Some good ones already from May: "Authentic" is dead - A Smart Bear: Startups and Marketing for Geeks , May 3, 2010 Phrases that should be retired include - “Putting customers first” You Actually Did This? Software Patent Absurdity - Feld Thoughts , May 6, 2010 Feld on the problems with software patents.

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socalTECH

JANUARY 18, 2019

After doing the work for an internal event for them, that led to external, customer-facing launch events around the country. Caradoc Ehrenhalt: We are charger and software agnostic. It's that one hundred percent focus on the customer that leads to all things. It's very exciting to me. READ MORE>>.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 10, 2021

A while back I received a discouraging note from an entrepreneur with a patent and a medical software application who couldn’t find a dime of investment, and was grousing that seed funding just wasn’t available anymore.

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Software Review Seed Funding Funding Startup 123

socalTECH

FEBRUARY 27, 2015

Despite the widespread impact of software today on our lives, there are a number of areas of computer science research which have had a difficult time in being translated into practical, every day usage. Tell us what ArmorWay''s software is all about, and what it''s used for? You can''t do it in real time. That''s where our niche is.

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Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 14, 2015

A few years ago, before the Internet was pervasive, before everyone carried a smartphone and before do-it-yourself software tools were available for free, it was difficult to reach a critical mass of new customers without spending a million dollars on a website, custom software and television advertising.

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socalTECH

JANUARY 18, 2019

After doing the work for an internal event for them, that led to external, customer-facing launch events around the country. Caradoc Ehrenhalt: We are charger and software agnostic. It's that one hundred percent focus on the customer that leads to all things. It's very exciting to me. READ MORE>>.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 8, 2014

If you have a software development background like mine, Im sure you often get questions about when to outsource, versus building the solution in-house. If your software or your manufacturing process is your secret sauce, you need to keep the work in-house. The same applies to manufacturing and almost any process these days.

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Outsource Development Outsource Offshore Software Review 95

socalTECH

JULY 31, 2013

The firm recently raised a $15M series C funding, and we caught up with Kevin to learn more about why its customers, and investors, are interested in its technology. We also operate the network software than runs and manages the entire network layer, from access point to end point. What does OnRamp Wireless do?

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Technical Review Software Review Networking Technology 213

socalTECH

DECEMBER 11, 2009

Custom Insurance Programs for Technology Companies. Murano Software (www.muranosoft.com). Your Software Development Partner. and international patent and trademark procurement - IP Litigation - IP Licenses and Agreements: distribution, development, joint venture - Intellectual property aspects of mergers and acquisitions.

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InfoChachkie

OCTOBER 12, 2015

Software Secretaries. Software coding was initially considered "woman's work," as it involved typing the commands onto punchcards, which was akin to taking dictation via a typewriter. Our customers are some of the world's largest, most diverse organizations on the planet, such as IBM, HP and Dell.

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socalTECH

JUNE 19, 2009

Custom Insurance Programs for Technology Companies. Murano Software (www.muranosoft.com). Your Software Development Partner. and international patent and trademark procurement - IP. We Create Demand for California's Technology Companies. Costello and Sons Insurance Brokers (www.costelloandsons.com). Startups Made Simple.

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socalTECH

JUNE 26, 2009

Custom Insurance Programs for Technology Companies. Murano Software (www.muranosoft.com). Your Software Development Partner. and international patent and trademark procurement - IP. We Create Demand for California's Technology Companies. Costello and Sons Insurance Brokers (www.costelloandsons.com). Startups Made Simple.

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socalTECH

JUNE 5, 2009

Custom Insurance Programs for Technology Companies. Murano Software (www.muranosoft.com). Your Software Development Partner. and international patent and trademark procurement - IP. We Create Demand for California's Technology Companies. Costello and Sons Insurance Brokers (www.costelloandsons.com). Startups Made Simple.

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SoCalTech Southern California Rustic Canyon IP 100

socalTECH

AUGUST 7, 2009

Custom Insurance Programs for Technology Companies. Murano Software (www.muranosoft.com). Your Software Development Partner. We are seeking a Product Marketing Manager, who plans, develops, and implements marketing programs designed to increase product penetration of commercial customers. To apply, go to [link].

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socalTECH

OCTOBER 30, 2009

Custom Insurance Programs for Technology Companies. Murano Software (www.muranosoft.com). Murano Software (www.muranosoft.com). Your Software Development Partner. and international patent and trademark procurement - IP. Costello and Sons Insurance Brokers (www.costelloandsons.com). Startups Made Simple.

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socalTECH

FEBRUARY 22, 2010

It's been awhile since we last caught up with Los Angeles-based Language Weaver (www.languageweaver.com), a venture-backed firm which develops language translation software, so we sat down the other day with Mark Tapling , the President and CEO of the firm, to hear more about where the company is nowadays--plus its strategy for growth and an exit.

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Software Review USC Content Tech Coast Angels 145

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 20, 2016

If you have a software development background like mine, I’m sure you often get questions about when to outsource, versus building the solution in-house. If your software or your manufacturing process is your “secret sauce,” you need to keep the work in-house. Customer-facing services, like call centers, should rarely be outsourced.

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Outsource Development Outsource Software Review Technical Review 53

socalTECH

OCTOBER 14, 2013

There''s been a revolution in the last few years with the dropping price and increasing accessibility of 3D printers--those devices which let you print practically anything using just your own personal computer, 3D software, and a special printer. Erik Adams: Deka makes a fashionable, customizable, personalized Bluetooth headset.

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InfoChachkie

FEBRUARY 20, 2012

For more than 30-years, Bill Gates has been at the pinnacle of the software industry. Mark noted that even if an entrepreneur does not become a master developer, by simply understanding the software development process, they will be a more effective startup leader. No one ever accused Bill of being a master programmer. Treasure it.

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SoCal CTO

SEPTEMBER 20, 2011

Beyond that, I want lots of conversations with experts, users, customers, VCs, partners, etc. NDAs or Other Protection So you decide you want to be able to share with experts, users, customers, VCs, partners, etc. Some resources on this: Intellectual Property is More Than Patents Does My Startup Have Intellectual Property?

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socalTECH

FEBRUARY 9, 2010

Custom Insurance Programs for Technology Companies. and international patent and trademark procurement - IP Litigation - IP Licenses and Agreements: distribution, development, joint venture - Intellectual property aspects of mergers and acquisitions. We Create Demand for California's Technology Companies. Need office or Tech Space?

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socalTECH

JULY 24, 2009

Custom Insurance Programs for Technology Companies. Murano Software (www.muranosoft.com). Your Software Development Partner. We are seeking a Product Marketing Manager, who plans, develops, and implements marketing programs designed to increase product penetration of commercial customers. Startups Made Simple.

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SoCal CTO

SEPTEMBER 20, 2011

Beyond that, I want lots of conversations with experts, users, customers, VCs, partners, etc. NDAs or Other Protection So you decide you want to be able to share with experts, users, customers, VCs, partners, etc. Some resources on this: Intellectual Property is More Than Patents Does My Startup Have Intellectual Property?

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Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 11, 2015

For example, if your new software adds innovative new features and mobile access to a classic offering, you could name and degrade current vendors for their lack of support, or you could highlight your innovative additions over the current market leaders. Use real case studies and customer feedback.

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socalTECH

SEPTEMBER 25, 2009

Custom Insurance Programs for Technology Companies. Murano Software (www.muranosoft.com). Your Software Development Partner. and international patent and trademark procurement - IP. We Create Demand for California's Technology Companies. Costello and Sons Insurance Brokers (www.costelloandsons.com). Startups Made Simple.

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Startup Professionals Musings

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

The value of patents and trademarks is not certifiable, especially if you are only at the provisional stage. NewCo has filed a patent on one of their software tool algorithms, which is very positive, and puts them several steps ahead of others who may be venturing into the same area. NewCo doesn’t have any of these yet.

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Startup Invest Patents Outsource Development 108

Tech Zulu Event

JANUARY 22, 2013

CapLinked’s partnership with software security firm Quipa,a software firm founded in 2008 and dealing in new and revolutionary approach to secure network connectivity, will create a stronger network and be the solution for securely managing deals in the cloud. Cutting Edge Technologies. According to Eric M. Two Way Relationship.

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Yammer Journal Networking Software 72

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 15, 2016

You can’t make any money unless you bill your customers on a timely basis, and follow-up regularly on missed payment commitments. Make sure you file a copy of all trademark applications, copyright filings, patent filings and patents, licenses, and confidentiality or nondisclosure agreements. Invoicing and payments.

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Startup Patents Tool Organization 65

socalTECH

MAY 22, 2009

Custom Insurance Programs for Technology Companies. Murano Software (www.muranosoft.com). Your Software Development Partner. and international patent and trademark procurement - IP Litigation - IP Licenses and Agreements: distribution, development, joint venture - Intellectual property aspects of mergers and acquisitions.

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SoCalTech Southern California Rustic Canyon IP 100

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 27, 2014

It wasn’t so many years ago that starting a new e-commerce business on the Internet was a complex custom development project, usually costing a million dollars or more. The same is true for filing patents, registering trademarks, and filing copyrights. A programmer can build a new smartphone app for a few thousand dollars.

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Entrepreneur Startup Social Media Commerce 104

socalTECH

NOVEMBER 17, 2009

Custom Insurance Programs for Technology Companies. Murano Software (www.muranosoft.com). Your Software Development Partner. and international patent and trademark procurement - IP Litigation - IP Licenses and Agreements: distribution, development, joint venture - Intellectual property aspects of mergers and acquisitions.

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Orange County Southern California IP Glendale 113

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 30, 2011

The value of patents and trademarks is not certifiable, especially if you are only at the provisional stage. NewCo has filed a patent on one of their software tool algorithms, which is very positive, and puts them several steps ahead of others who may be venturing into the same area. NewCo doesn’t have any of these yet.

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Funding Startup Patents Outsource Development 98

socalTECH

APRIL 24, 2009

Custom Insurance Programs for Technology Companies. Murano Software (www.muranosoft.com). Your Software Development Partner. and international patent and trademark procurement - IP Litigation - IP Licenses and Agreements: distribution, development, joint venture - Intellectual property aspects of mergers and acquisitions.

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Tech Zulu Event

AUGUST 11, 2011

Enterprise Software sucks, and if you’re an engineer or product designer, we invite you to join this hackathon to reinvent business 2 business software. The goal is to take the complicated out of softwares like CRMs and project management tools and turn them in to simple, beautiful and usable products.

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Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 18, 2012

I come from a high-tech software background, and only a few years ago, it would cost at least a million dollars ($1M) for a team of professionals to produce any commercial software product. Now, with open source software components, and low-cost development tools, the same job can be done by one good hacker for a few thousand dollars.

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Tech Zulu Event

JULY 1, 2010

Software development company ACME AtronOmatic has just released iPhone/iPad/iPod Touch application named Bandana. ACME AtronOmatic has developed a patent-pending method that uses the iPhone's Bluetooth. Users can customize their profile by selecting "interests", allowing users to search for profiles based on matching interests.

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Social Network Patents Software Development Networking 83