socalTECH

JULY 24, 2017

Carlsbad-based Airspace Technologies a provider of technology enabled logistics services and related software, said it has integrated its service with Amazon Alexa. According to Airspace, the new integration allows users to track, trace, and review their shipments using voice commands on Alexa.

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TechCrunch LA

APRIL 12, 2018

seems like an unlikely place to grow one of the next billion-dollar startups in the booming Los Angeles tech ecosystem. Battery isn’t the only marquee investor to find value in ServiceTitan’s business developing software managing day labor. The city of Glendale, Calif. “Silicon Beach” this ain’t.

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socalTECH

OCTOBER 5, 2011

Sharpening its focus on the electronic discovery market, Pasadena-based X1 , the enterprise search tools provider backed by Idealab, has split out a new company called X1 Discovery , headed by John Patzakis, the former President of eDiscovery at X1.

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Social Media Media Idealab Software Review 182

Tech.Co

MAY 31, 2023

Business tools — from customer relationship management ( CRM ) platforms to accounting software — help to save startups time and money by automating key processes and maximizing efficiency. Yet, with so many tools vying for the attention of business owners, navigating the over-saturated market can be overwhelming.

Tool 115

Tool Startup Software Review Technical Review 115

socalTECH

JULY 16, 2020

Santa Monica-based MomentFeed , which develops software to help multi-location brands manage their reviews, location listings, and much more, says it has rolled out a new product. Pricing on the new tool was not announced. MomentFeed is led by technology veteran Nick Hedges, who was previously CEO and President of Velocify.

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socalTECH

OCTOBER 18, 2018

Los Angeles-based AppOnboard , the developer of mobile app demo technology led by Jonathan Zweig, says that it now has such app developers as FoxNext Games, Game Insight, Superheart Studios, Jam City, Huuuge Games, and Simple Habit using its tools.

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Technical Review Mobile Technology Customer 133

Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 16, 2010

Bill Gates once famously said that people tend to overestimate the impact of technology in the 1-year timeframe and underestimate its impact in the 10-year timeframe. I tend not to go into heat when I hear the latest buzz on the tech blogs about the latest gadgets. My favorite new software tool is DailyBurn.

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TechCrunch LA

JANUARY 11, 2021

Healthvana , a health tech startup that began with a specific focus on providing patient information digitally for individuals living with HIV, is helping Los Angeles County roll out mobile vaccination records for COVID-19 using Apple’s Wallet technology. “We look and feel like Instagram.

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Technical Review Software Review Startup Los Angeles 201

TechEmpower

MARCH 4, 2024

Focusing on generative AI applications in a select few corporate functions can contribute to a significant portion of the technology's overall impact. In the sphere of software engineering , AI is pivotal for corporate IT by automating coding, optimizing algorithms, and enhancing security to boost efficiency and minimize downtime.

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Both Sides of the Table

APRIL 13, 2011

My initial desire to blog came from something that’s always been my approach to investing – I’m a nerd and I love to play with the technology and part of my approach has really been to understand things both at a user level and at a reasonably deep tentacle level. If you are outside internet software we are not going to invest.

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socalTECH

APRIL 26, 2011

We're not talking publicly about that yet, but the idea is to get away from the annual review, away from the quarterly review, and give everyone within and outside a company the ability to recognize people, up and down the chain, for doing great things in the workplace. Beyond that, it's really about real time recognition.

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Startup Technical Review Software Review Platform 216

InfoChachkie

JULY 7, 2016

Note: I invest almost exclusively in b-to-b software companies. I also pitched an expert marketplace to some of the world’s largest ISPs as a support tool, nine-months before the product was optimized for that purpose. If you haven't already subscribed yet, subscribe now for free weekly JohnGreathouse.com articles! Don’t Demo Me Bro.

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Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 5, 2010

This was in large part due to the marketing efforts of Jason that created a great top end of the funnel (100+ companies applied) and the herculean efforts of Tyler Crowley who spent days going through all of the submissions and serving up 5 very interesting companies. Tags: Tech Market Analysis VC Industry. Ambitious goals.

Angel 254

Angel Technical Review Software Review Platform 254

socalTECH

OCTOBER 4, 2010

The company provides SAT, ACT, and other similar test preparation courses and related software. I had worked as a tutor for Princeton Review, and Jake for Kaplan. We thought, we could put out a better product than Kaplan or Princeton Review, which would be more compelling, and also would tie in a strong social mission.

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Software Review Technical Review Education Startup 178

Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 25, 2010

China is indelibly an important part of the future of the global technology system. They were looking for a collaboration tool to manage all of their large water development projects. We felt this was a marquee account and one that would help us take our collaboration tool global as Thames owned assets all over the world.

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Outsource Development Software Review Technical Review News 333

socalTECH

JUNE 8, 2011

We actually built that about a year and a half ago, and are bringing that back due to overwhelming demand. There was also the opportunity to use our contest engine as a tool, because the challenge in daily deals is to build members and drive traffic. We had our contest software, ArtisticHub, driving some revenue.

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Platform Training Software Review Advertising 263

Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 25, 2010

China is indelibly an important part of the future of the global technology system. They were looking for a collaboration tool to manage all of their large water development projects. We felt this was a marquee account and one that would help us take our collaboration tool global as Thames owned assets all over the world.

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Outsource Development Software Review Technical Review News 328

socalTECH

JULY 8, 2013

Michael Lum: We were all semi-independently looking at mobile, due to the growth projection and potential there. Instead, our software looks at each impression, and our bidding technology decides which impression to buy. Is that due to your prior experience in this market? Why tackle mobile?

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Advertising Mobile OpenX Software Review 253

socalTECH

JANUARY 26, 2009

Pasadena-based X1 Technologies, a developer of desktop and enterprise search software, is setting its sights on the eDiscovery market, saying this morning that it has created a new offering specifically aimed at the eDiscovery market. Cost of the new software was not released. READ MORE>>.

Idealab 113

Idealab Software Review Technical Review Pasadena 113

Both Sides of the Table

NOVEMBER 14, 2017

Nearly every successful tech startup I’ve observed over the past 20 years has gone through a similar growth pattern: Innovate, systematize then scale operations. An example of the systems companies build are pricing & revenue management tools to best help to optimize yield. Sam’s enthusiasm was infectious and his plans were bold.

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Startup Technical Review Customer Custom 286

Both Sides of the Table

DECEMBER 27, 2011

Exec Summary: Most companies (98+%) in the world (even tech startups) should be very profit focused. If you spent the 3 years perfecting some hugely differentiated technology IP that may also be different. of course there are MUCH more sophisticated financial tools than either of these, but PEG is a short-hand many people use].

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socalTECH

JUNE 3, 2019

Citron previously founded and sold Mogreet, a developer of mobile marketing software, among other ventures. Pledgeling has built a technology platform that makes it super easy to integrate charity into their customer experience, and, as we say, grow through giving. What is Pledgeling? I'm thinking, this is crazy.

Technical Review 113

Technical Review Software Review Mogreet Platform 113

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 3, 2020

Charlene Li, in her classic book “ Open Leadership ,” shows leaders how to tap into the power of the social technology revolution and use social media to be “open” while still maintaining control. New publishing tools, like blogs, collaboration platforms, and even Twitter provide updates that are easily available.

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Framework Social Media Software Review Social Network 159

Both Sides of the Table

MAY 20, 2020

For starters Uber itself has had to lay off 27% of its workforce due to the pandemic and has been severely impacted financially from the crisis with no immediate respite in sight. Even more likely is eventual technology disruption where drones deliver foods and make it hard for existing car delivery services to compete.

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SaaS Customer Custom Technical Review 242

Tech.Co

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Verifying Looking for regular tech news straight to your inbox? RunwayML Runway is an applied AI tool artists can use to create AI-generated media, like video, audio and text. Founded in 2020 by two former Meta executives, Tome is a business-focused storytelling and presentation tool that leverages generative AI.

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Tech Zulu Event

JULY 1, 2013

The platform allows investors to do their due diligence on their own time, network with other investors and execute deals with little overhead.” ” Free online tools. It also has free virtual due diligence sessions, investment dashboards, an advanced data room and virtual boardroom features.

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TechCrunch LA

JULY 19, 2022

Ghost is not alone in developing technology focused on inventory. Last week, Syrup Tech raised $6.3 Syrup Tech bags $6.3M to develop some sweet inventory-planning software. And no matter the tools being used, “it is impossible to completely accurately predict consumer buying behavior.”. “We

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Product Funding Technical Review Equity 191

Tech Zulu Event

JULY 8, 2011

For those who still might be wondering what Spotlight: LA Tech is all about, It’s a screening room for new technology homegrown in our region. It’s a gathering of friends and tech enthusiasts of all stripes. This Spotlight takes place Thursday, July 14, at The California Institute of Technology (CalTech). RSVP: AGENDA.

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Tech.Co

AUGUST 27, 2017

It’s not about checking off as many technology trends, it is about finding useful and valuable trends that align with your goals and strategy for the rest of the year. Blockchain Technology. The Harvard Business Review recommends two low-risk applications of blockchain technology that startups can try. Productivity Tools.

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Technical Review Startup Mobile Software Review 62

Both Sides of the Table

MAY 15, 2013

I worked in both before leaving to work in a software company at 17. There were online tools to book this stuff but the Internet booking sites were early. I had a business class seat due to status of flying a lot and my family was in economy. My mom bought our family’s first computer and encouraged me to learn it at 13.

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Sales Class Training Technical Review 416

Tech.Co

JANUARY 3, 2020

However, as a business owner, you know that resting on your laurels can be dangerous, which is why staying up to date with the latest business technology is a necessity. And if you aren't making good use of this business tech, you're missing out. Field Service Software. Get started with field service software today.

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Technical Review Social Media Software Review Platform 91

socalTECH

JANUARY 5, 2009

It's specifically designed to help us put promising technology startups like yours on an even faster track to success. It only takes a few minutes, you get almost instant access to the software, and your only obligation is to pay Microsoft a small fee (USD$100) due at the end of the three years (or end of participation in the program).

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Tech Zulu Event

MARCH 25, 2015

So it brings not only TechZulu, but also Gadget Review great pleasure to announce a partnership with Microsoft. Qualified startups can receive up to $60K in Azure cloud credits, technical support, access to Microsoft software, and more. Azure is the open source friendly cloud technology for all startups. Is that you?

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Technical Review Software Review Southern California PHP 40

Berkonomics

MARCH 23, 2023

We collaborate using Zoom, Teams, Salesforce, Yammer, Skype, GoToMeeting, Fuze and hundreds of other tools not available to the last generation of whiteboard, personal meeting or teleconference users. We use gestures or our voice to control our engagement with our technology. We are learning to use new tools.

Mobile 156

Mobile Commerce Software Review Yammer 156

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 21, 2011

What we all need is a digital tool that can extract data from business cards, as well as sync it with your cell phone, your email, and the social networks you use. Here’s the latest technology. Of course, you both need to have compatible smart phones with the software already downloaded. Commercial software. Shareware.

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Technical Review Technology Software Review Social Network 83

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 5, 2013

What we all need is a digital tool that can extract data from business cards, as well as sync it with your cell phone, your email, and the social networks you use. This smart phone app places all your contact information into a single QR code image. Yet my experience is that shareware software is usually worth what you pay for it.

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Software Review Social Network Email Google 99

Both Sides of the Table

MARCH 30, 2010

It broke the hegemony that the carriers had over software on mobile phones and the industry will forever be changed (for the better) for this. But I believe it’s a very comprehensive solution and our due diligence with large app developers confirmed as much. Optimization technology is not new. What does it do?

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Mobile Invest Company Companies 282