Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 19, 2020

A software product is a classic example of a scalable solution, since it costs real money to build the first copy, but unlimited additional copies can be quickly cloned for almost no incremental cost. Outsource what is non-strategic to optimize leverage. Word-of-mouth does not scale. Automate to the max. It’s a strategic decision.

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 2, 2020

Software products and apps can be quickly wire-framed with free tools such as MockFlow , or even Microsoft Powerpoint to lay out the key screens. In reality, the process of designing, building, and validating a prototype does dramatically reduce the risk, and allows everyone to hone in on the real costs of going into production.

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Outsource Development Ideas Tool Outsource 124

TechCrunch LA

MARCH 31, 2021

These are industries where structural impediments to technology adoption have only recently been broken down by the advent of incredibly powerful mobile devices. As Fifth Wall’s newest partner Greg Smithies noted last year, there’s a massive opportunity in building retrofits and startup technologies to improve efficiency.

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socalTECH

SEPTEMBER 7, 2011

Santa Ana-based STEC , the developer of solid state disk drives and technology, said this week that it has opened up a new storage innovation center in Pune, India. According to STEC, the new design center will provide software development resources for its products.

Outsource Development 150

Outsource Development Develop Development Software Development 150

Frank Addante

MAY 12, 2007

Outsourcing ► April (1) GoogleClick - Who owns your cash register? the Rubicon Project (Internet Advertising Technology) Status: Pre-Launch Visit the Rubicon Project Website Startup 5.0: Wireless & Voice Application Software) Exit: technology acquired Lesson: Timing is critical. I am still a big fan of outsourcing.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 25, 2017

In case you haven’t noticed it, the rapid evolution of do-it-yourself (DIY) facilities for developers, including 3-D printers, SketchUp and makerspaces such as TechShop , have scaled down the cost of prototypes and hardware design by an order of magnitude. Quick low-cost design and fabrication alternatives are extremely valuable.

Ideas 61

Ideas Outsource Development Startup Education 61

socalTECH

SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

Tragos is a veteran of technology industry here, having come from Spin Media (formerly, Buzznet) with his two other co-founders. We also have a managed serviecs business, where we have campaign managers and designers working on RFPs and mocks, and when a campaign is sold, will design the ad units all the way through to ad approval.

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socalTECH

MARCH 26, 2014

One of the biggest areas where the cloud is transforming business is in small and medium sized businesses--where suddenly, companies are able to leverage software which wouldn''t be available, or are too costly for them to implement individually, but where the cloud access suddenly makes it affordable and easy. What does Kareo do?

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SoCal CTO

JANUARY 26, 2010

I’ve been having discussions with several people recently about the role of the CTO (Chief Technology Officer) in very early stage companies. I provided a whole set of questions that I go through with founders before Startup Software Development – Do Your Homework Before You Develop Anything. What technology research is required?

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Tech Zulu Event

MARCH 12, 2015

Since we live in a technical age and since businesses are essentially fueled by technology, it is vital to know who to call on when you need one thing or another. There are various tech savvy groups of people that can assist businesses in their development, implementation and use of technology. Technology. Challenges.

Web 40

Web Cloud Computing Search Engine Optimization Outsource Development 40

Tech Zulu Event

MARCH 2, 2012

With this fast pace industry the elegant design we see if websites, is sometimes lost in translation. He and his company, Rocksauce, make sure to add high quality design back into each of the apps they create. After directing a film in 2009, I wanted to get back into the design industry. Mobile does that. Refinement.

Design 94

Design Mobile Web Design Outsource Development 94

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 23, 2015

Software products and apps can be quickly wireframed with free tools such as MockFlow , or even Microsoft Powerpoint to lay out the key screens. In reality, the process of designing, building, and validating a prototype does dramatically reduce the risk, and allows everyone to hone in on the real costs of going into production.

Ideas 107

Ideas Outsource Development Startup Tool 107

Startup Professionals Musings

JANUARY 11, 2015

A software product is a classic example of a scalable solution, since it costs real money to build the first copy, but unlimited additional copies can be quickly cloned for almost no incremental cost. Outsource what is non-strategic to optimize leverage. Word-of-mouth does not scale. Automate to the max. It’s a strategic decision.

Startup 103

Startup Outsource Invest Ideas 103

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 16, 2014

Software products and apps can be quickly wireframed with free tools like MockFlow , or even Microsoft Powerpoint to lay out the key screens. In reality, the process of designing, building, and validating a prototype does dramatically reduce the risk, and allows everyone to hone in on the real costs of going into production.

Outsource Development 105

Outsource Development Startup Ideas Tool 105

Tech Zulu Event

JULY 5, 2016

Selling new products, opening new markets outsourcing business functions and every other decision affects the bottom line. Since business conditions are constantly changing, management must be aware of trends and technologies that will give its entity the highest return on its investment. The Bottom Line. Automation. Monitoring.

Software Review 40

Software Review Technical Review .Net Outsource Development 40

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 7, 2013

A software product is a classic example of a scalable solution, since it costs real money to build the first copy, but unlimited additional copies can be quickly cloned for almost no incremental cost. Outsource what is non-strategic to optimize leverage. Word-of-mouth does not scale. Automate to the max. It’s a strategic decision.

Tips 111

Tips Startup Outsource Ideas 111

Tech Zulu Event

SEPTEMBER 1, 2011

Emerging Technology: Mobile Engagement: Reaching the Connected Consumer (Miller PR, Avatar Labs). Design: Developing for a Consumerized Enterprise World (BetterWorks). Scaling thru Outsourcing. Consumerism of business freemium software (BetterWorks). Get your votes in quick because it all end on Friday, September 2 nd !

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Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 10, 2018

Software products and apps can be quickly wire-framed with free tools such as MockFlow , or even Microsoft Powerpoint to lay out the key screens. In reality, the process of designing, building, and validating a prototype does dramatically reduce the risk, and allows everyone to hone in on the real costs of going into production.

Ideas 53

Ideas Outsource Development Tool Outsource 53

socalTECH

MAY 5, 2009

The company was incorporated in January of 2004, and we provide outsource e-commerce services to organizations, such as brands and retailers. One, is we build and design websites. Third, is we provide customer care and phone support for orders; the fourth is the software technology, the platform that powers everything.

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Venture Capital SEM Commerce Email 113

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 14, 2016

A software product is a classic example of a scalable solution, since it costs real money to build the first copy, but unlimited additional copies can be quickly cloned for almost no incremental cost. Outsource what is non-strategic to optimize leverage. Word-of-mouth does not scale. Automate to the max. It’s a strategic decision.

Funding 67

Funding Startup Outsource Ideas 67

socalTECH

APRIL 27, 2015

For our startup interview this morning, we caught up with Satish Varma , co-founder of Torrance-based Clorder (www.clorder.com), which is developing restaurant ordering software. Satish Varma : I have a bachelor's and master's in computer science and software, and went to Northwestern in Chicago, and got my MBA from Kellogg.

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Cornerstone OnDemand Startup Social Media Outsource Development 100

Tech Zulu Event

JANUARY 11, 2016

While the technology revolution has produced some remarkable advancements in computing, the higher level of access has come at the price of increased security risks. Never has the job of IT professionals been as challenging as it is now. Azure is an essential security element for small to mid-sized businesses.

Cloud Computing 40

Cloud Computing Design Tool Outsource 40

SoCal CTO

OCTOBER 15, 2009

Steve Gilison worked as a market researcher and product manager at a startup where my company, TechEmpower , did the software / web development. I have about 11 years in the technology sector including roles doing market research, sales and product development. Most people think they can do product design. I can see that.

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Los Angeles Product Angel Startup 179

Tech Zulu Event

SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

SXSWi has listed the following information on their site: If you or someone you know is doing amazing work with technology to help their community, nominate them for a chance to win a scholarship to attend SXSW Interactive. Design and Development. Design and Development. Design and Development. Design and Development.

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Entertainment Startup eBook Outsource Development 73

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 20, 2012

A simple differentiation is that a product plan is designed for internal use, to get the product out. Because it addresses an internal audience, it can use technical jargon and assume the reader understands the technology. For software, websites, and high-tech products, this is the “meat” of what you intend to build.

Product 92

Product Outsource Development Competition High Tech 92

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 29, 2011

A simple differentiation is that a product plan is designed for internal use, to get the product out. Because it addresses an internal audience, it can use technical jargon and assume the reader understands the technology. For software, websites, and high-tech products, this is the “meat” of what you intend to build.

Product 93

Product Entrepreneur Outsource Development Competition 93

Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 8, 2009

But in the end we selected David Lin , a superstar who did 4 years at the technology investment banking firm Montgomery & Co and 4 years as Director of Strategy at the comparison shopping site PriceGrabber where he dealt with many operational issues. He’s a star who has a very intuitive feel for technology and … no MBA.

Startup 337

Startup Venture Capital Study Course 337

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 9, 2010

A simple differentiation is that a product plan is designed for internal use, to get the product out. Because it addresses an internal audience, it can use technical jargon and assume the reader understands the technology. For software, websites, and high-tech products, this is the “meat” of what you intend to build.

Product 48

Product Outsource Development Competition High Tech 48

SoCal CTO

DECEMBER 1, 2010

I continue to collect great content that is the intersection of startups, products, online and technology. Five Reasons You Haven’t Launched - Software By Rob , November 10, 2010 Photo by stevendepolo. have focused this as advice to entrepreneurs building enterprise software ventures today. This post is an accusation.

Technical Review 175

Technical Review Startup Product Technology 175

Tech Zulu Event

JULY 19, 2015

Almost the instant the concept of the sharing economy was introduced, it has skyrocketed into hundreds of successful and established brands by offering everyone a chance to be their own boss, and others the ability to outsource needs saving time by providing convenience. Their software is going to profit the rich,” said Rustrum.

Resource 40

Resource Outsource Development Guide Research 40

Frank Addante

MARCH 12, 2007

Outsourcing ► April (1) GoogleClick - Who owns your cash register? the Rubicon Project (Internet Advertising Technology) Status: Pre-Launch Visit the Rubicon Project Website Startup 5.0: Wireless & Voice Application Software) Exit: technology acquired Lesson: Timing is critical. A BIG THANK YOU. ▼ March (2) 4.

Outsource Development 40

Outsource Development Startup .Net Venture Capital 40

Frank Addante

MAY 8, 2006

Outsourcing ► April (1) GoogleClick - Who owns your cash register? the Rubicon Project (Internet Advertising Technology) Status: Pre-Launch Visit the Rubicon Project Website Startup 5.0: Wireless & Voice Application Software) Exit: technology acquired Lesson: Timing is critical. A BIG THANK YOU. ► March (2) 4.

Startup 40

Startup Advertising Web Design Venture Capital 40

Frank Addante

MAY 20, 2007

Outsourcing ► April (1) GoogleClick - Who owns your cash register? the Rubicon Project (Internet Advertising Technology) Status: Pre-Launch Visit the Rubicon Project Website Startup 5.0: Wireless & Voice Application Software) Exit: technology acquired Lesson: Timing is critical. A BIG THANK YOU. ► March (2) 4.

Entrepreneur 40

Entrepreneur Blogging Startup Venture Capital 40

Frank Addante

MARCH 26, 2007

Outsourcing ► April (1) GoogleClick - Who owns your cash register? the Rubicon Project (Internet Advertising Technology) Status: Pre-Launch Visit the Rubicon Project Website Startup 5.0: Wireless & Voice Application Software) Exit: technology acquired Lesson: Timing is critical. A BIG THANK YOU. ▼ March (2) 4.

Outsource Development 40

Outsource Development CTO Hire Startup Venture Capital 40

Frank Addante

JANUARY 23, 2007

Outsourcing ► April (1) GoogleClick - Who owns your cash register? the Rubicon Project (Internet Advertising Technology) Status: Pre-Launch Visit the Rubicon Project Website Startup 5.0: Wireless & Voice Application Software) Exit: technology acquired Lesson: Timing is critical. Outsourcing 1. Zondigo, Inc.

Outsource Development 40

Outsource Development Develop Development Product 40

Frank Addante

DECEMBER 5, 2006

Outsourcing ► April (1) GoogleClick - Who owns your cash register? the Rubicon Project (Internet Advertising Technology) Status: Pre-Launch Visit the Rubicon Project Website Startup 5.0: Wireless & Voice Application Software) Exit: technology acquired Lesson: Timing is critical. A BIG THANK YOU. ► March (2) 4.

Outsource Development 40

Outsource Development Develop Development Product 40

SoCal CTO

JULY 23, 2012

Given likely market changes, how will we design and build so that the systems can respond to marketplace changes? What technology research is required? What technologies will we use? What do we build in-house or outsource? How do we need to structure the systems to get ahead and stay ahead of the competition? Accounting?

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