socalTECH

MARCH 26, 2019

Sean Rad , the co-founder of dating app developer Tinder , is seeking to have a $250M lawsuit filed against him by Tinder owner Match Group dismissed in court. Match Group had counter-sued Rad in January , saying that Rad had copied proprietary information and internal files before leaving the company, violating his employment contract.

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Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 10, 2023

Solution development and delivery. Typically some production and delivery is outsourced, requiring formal contracts and documentation. Hobbies are developed ad-hoc, driven by personal needs. Formalize the use of tools and information technology.

Outsource Development 115

Outsource Development Startup Competition Ideas 115

socalTECH

MARCH 7, 2019

Santa Barbara-based HG Data , which has been developing software that helps companies understand the technology stack their operations depend on, has rebranded itself as HG Insights , and launched a new platform it calls the HG Insights Platform. READ MORE>>.

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Santa Barbara Outsource Development Platform Research 133

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 31, 2011

Outsourcing is just another extension of the virtual team concept to people you don’t even know. Team members develop an understanding about their mutual dependence to achieve objectives. An easy flow of information exists using various forms of technology. Working effectively with a virtual team of any sort has many challenges.

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TechCrunch LA

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

The software that First Resonance has developed allows manufacturers to coordinate their workflow processes. But the software — and the information it’s collecting from manufacturing — can be used to inform better design decisions and the upstream product development process, Talati said.

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Jason Nazar

JUNE 22, 2010

I often get asked for advice on Business Development. Provide as LITTLE Information as Possible – How often have you heard “sounds interesting, send me more information”. Information, a deal does not close. This post is geared toward folks looking to do BD deals in the online world. 10 Tips for Better BD.

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Outsource Development Develop Development Tips 88

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 7, 2020

Solution development and delivery. Typically some production and delivery is outsourced, requiring formal contracts and documentation. Hobbies are developed ad-hoc, driven by personal needs. Formalize the use of tools and information technology.

Entrepreneur 131

Entrepreneur Outsource Development Startup Competition 131

Both Sides of the Table

JULY 5, 2010

We spend hours of seemingly “wasted&# time just in these informal chats simply shooting the shit. He gossips with the office manager who tells 3 software developers. I don’t like distributed development teams in early stage businesses. I’m fine with key developers being in a remote location.

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Technical Advisors Outsource Development Offshore Startup 335

socalTECH

JANUARY 12, 2010

Simi Valley-based Xavient Information Systems , a provider of IT outsourcing services, and Virginia-based Vision360 , a provider of custom software development, testing, and other services for the telecommunications industry, said today that they are in a definitive merger agreement, where Xavient will acquired Vision360.

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Outsource Development Outsource Custom Software Development Acquisition 133

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 10, 2021

Upgrade to modern information technology tools. Too many businesses still tolerate archaic IT tools, or resort to rogue mashups developed to circumvent the approved tools. Traditional waterfall development and outsourcing won’t keep up with change.

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socalTECH

JANUARY 19, 2010

Long Beach-based Molina Healthcare , a provider of health plans and managed care services, said today that it is buying the Health Information Management (HIM) business of Unisys Corporation , in a deal worth approximately $135M. Tags: acquisition merger information unisys healthcare molina.

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Long Beach Outsource Development Outsource Acquisition 154

socalTECH

MAY 26, 2015

District Court in California, claims breach of contract and theft of intellectual property by Luckey, who Total Recall claims they hired to help them develop immersive, head mounted displays. Total Recall says that it hired Luckey to build the company a head mounted display in 2011--information that he later used to start Oculus VR.

Company 100

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socalTECH

AUGUST 24, 2015

Carlsbad-based satellite networking technology developer ViaSat reported this morning that it has certified the company's security, systems-on-a-chip technology with the National Security Agency (NSA). ViaSat says it is producing approximately 10,000 of its product as part of a contract with the U.S. READ MORE>>.

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socalTECH

OCTOBER 10, 2019

In a tweet this morning, PG&E said it had created an "alternate website" for customers to check for potential impacts of a power shutoff; that link goes directly to ArcGIS, the geographical information systems (GIS) mapping software developed by Esri.

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Southern California Software Review Outsource Development San Diego 100

Startup Professionals Musings

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Have each develop a personal transformation plan with your support. Continuous innovation is a mindset that you cannot outsource, or bring in through acquisition or consultants. Focus on team member strengths and unique contributions, and show how your plan facilitates their progression and growth.

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Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 7, 2023

Foreign markets typically have less information available and more variability in sales estimates, which is a setup for failure. The potential for large currency swings may change the way you need to manage transactions, specify contract terms, and project futures. Do more local homework and validate cautiously.

Outsource Development 110

Outsource Development Social Media Entrepreneur Summary 110

Berkonomics

MARCH 5, 2020

A third demonstration of overcoming market risk is by holding controlled focus groups and gathering information from unbiased potential customers supporting the acceptance of the product or service. Third: Management risk. . And fifth: Competitive risk. .

Outsource Development 156

Outsource Development Ideas Resource Patents 156

socalTECH

JUNE 5, 2018

Santa Monica-based ICO Watchdog , a service developed by startup studio Science Inc., has rolle dout several new products for helping to vet cryptocurrency initial coin offerings (ICOs).

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Dollar Shave Club Tool Santa Monica Outsource Development 100

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 14, 2022

As an angel investor, I’ve seen aspiring entrepreneurs who seem to be convinced that bravado and passion are a good substitute for real information and a plan. Don’t wait for the right people in business to find you – developers, investors, partners, or key customers. Building the right relationships requires proactive efforts.

Oracle 113

Oracle Entrepreneur Outsource Development Mentor 113

socalTECH

NOVEMBER 4, 2013

Mobile/Desktop App Developer w/Linux,Flex/Air or IOS Exp. Looking for a place to exercise and grow your talent in software development and work in an environment that values your ideas and strives for excellence? Assist in the implementation, troubleshooting, analyzing, and maintenance of all networks at all of DreamHost''s locations.

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SoCalTech Orange County Outsource Development Sales 147

socalTECH

JUNE 19, 2013

Ben Satterfield is the co-founder of TestFlight, an immensely popular piece of software for iOS (and now Android) which lets developers distribute beta copies of their apps to their users. TestFlight recently joined forces with Burstly (www.burstly.com) to create a suite of apps for mobile developers and publishers. What is Burstly?

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Startup Mobile Outsource Development Tool 262

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

Cash is always hard to find, but in many cases it’s even harder to find access to needed distribution channels, government contract expertise, or the special skills required to deliver your solution. In today’s information age, it takes time and money to make your solution visible. Marketing should start before product development.

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Startup Writing Entrepreneur Ideas 124

socalTECH

APRIL 30, 2018

For this morning's interview, we caught up with Elizabeth Cholawsky , the new CEO of Santa Barbara-based HG Data (www.hgdata.com), which develops software which helps marketers and salespeople understand the "technology stack" of their potential customers and prospects. We distill that information with very high accuracy.

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Santa Barbara High Tech Outsource Development Startup 113

socalTECH

OCTOBER 7, 2008

According to iRise, General Motors is deploying its visual modeling technology as part of developing new IT systems at the company. iRise said that the win comes thanks to Capgemini, a provider of consulting, technology, and outsourcing services. Financial impact of the customer win was not disclosed. READ MORE>>

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socalTECH

OCTOBER 5, 2011

One of Southern California's biggest assets are the number of world class, local universities researching and developing technology and knowledge across a large number of disciplines. What our company is doing, is it is developing an online tool for people to find addiction treatment to meet their needs.

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UCLA Research Tech Coast Angels Offshore 204

Startup Professionals Musings

DECEMBER 2, 2020

Foreign markets typically have less information available and more variability in sales estimates, which is a setup for failure. The potential for large currency swings may change the way you need to manage transactions, specify contract terms, and project futures. Do more local homework and validate cautiously.

Marketing 134

Marketing Outsource Development Social Media Entrepreneur 134

Berkonomics

MARCH 14, 2019

A third demonstration of overcoming market risk is by holding controlled focus groups and gathering information from unbiased potential customers supporting the acceptance of the product or service. Third: Management risk. . A great idea often fails from the inexperience or inability of management to bring the idea to market.

Outsource Development 120

Outsource Development Ideas Resource Patents 120

socalTECH

JUNE 8, 2009

Woodland Hills-based FatTail , a developer of software tools for publishers to manage their advertising sales efforts, said over the weekend that the firm has launched a new product, PageGage RAFT, which will allow publishers automatically buy search traffic.

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Woodland Hills Outsource Development Services Advertising 100

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 24, 2015

Solution development and delivery. Typically some production and delivery is outsourced, requiring formal contracts and documentation. Hobbies are developed ad-hoc, driven by personal needs. Formalize the use of tools and information technology.

Outsource Development 99

Outsource Development Startup Competition Ideas 99

InfoChachkie

JUNE 30, 2011

Value Prop Twitter Style : TestFlight helps developers build better apps. We developed it for ourselves. TestFlight does simple, elegant, over the air distribution of apps that are in development and haven’t been made available in the App Store yet. In the development world, it is always about patterns.

Outsource Development 229

Outsource Development SaaS Tool Summary 229

socalTECH

AUGUST 26, 2019

For this morning's interview with an entrepreneur, we spoke with Thomas Russell , the Ceo and co-founder of ETC Solar (www.etc-solar.com), a Los Angeles startup developing technology to improve the efficiency and cost of solar cells. What does ETC Solar do? How far along are you in bringing this to market?

CalTech 113

CalTech Outsource Development IP Marketing 113

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 17, 2020

Cash is always hard to find, but in many cases it’s even harder to find access to needed distribution channels, government contract expertise, or the special skills required to deliver your solution. In today’s information age, it takes time and money to make your solution visible. Marketing should start before product development.

Startup 174

Startup Writing Entrepreneur Ideas 174

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 4, 2014

Develop your business plan. Product development process. If you are contracting or outsourcing, this is even more important. Leverage information technology. Use a simple accounting tool like QuickBooks, get away from co-mingled funds, and you have the first business process you need.

Startup 107

Startup Outsource Development Training Outsource 107

SoCal CTO

JULY 23, 2012

I've previously addressed the role of a CTO in early-stages in my post Startup CTO or Developer. for a Lead Developer: How much will it cost to build what we need to build? for a Lead Developer: How much will it cost to build what we need to build? How can I control costs but effectively get stuff developed? Accounting?

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CTO Coach CTO Hire Outsource Development Develop 231

socalTECH

JANUARY 15, 2009

Newport Beach-based The TriZetto Group, which develops health care information systems, said today that it has signed a five-year contract to equip Neighborhood Health Plan (NHP) with its application hosting services and systems. Financial terms of the win were not disclosed.

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Customer Custom Outsource Development Platform 100

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 16, 2020

As an angel investor, I’ve seen aspiring entrepreneurs who seem to be convinced that bravado and passion are a good substitute for real information and a plan. Don’t wait for the right people in business to find you – developers, investors, partners, or key customers. Building the right relationships requires proactive efforts.

Oracle 124

Oracle Entrepreneur Outsource Development Mentor 124

Both Sides of the Table

JULY 10, 2011

Today I’m announcing that GRP Partners is doubling down on the Twitter ecosystem by investing in DataSift , a company who provides a real-time data platform and tools to third-party developers and corporations. DataSift has a product that builds a permanent database for you of just the information you want to capture.

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Platform News Startup Invest 307