March 2006 Archives
Integrian's Pete Durand: Capital is Key
We recently asked Pete Durand, CEO of Morrisville-based Integrian, to share his thoughts on which is more important to an early-stage startup: money or management? Here's what Pete had to say:
Touch360's Shimon Shmueli, a veteran of IBM, offers some interesting tips on product development, design and innovation. Shmueli is speaking at CED's April 11th Entrepreneurs Only Workshop on "How to Build a Product People Will Buy." #
"Innovation" Meets "High-Growth"
What's the relationship between innovation and successful high-growth companies? As you might expect, a recent study shows that as an industry's innovation increases, the impact and number of small fast-growing firms is likely to increase.
Which Does the Triangle Need More - Money or Management?
In our work with entrepreneurs and investors, we hear two complaints about the Triangle: 1) We need more seed capital here and 2) We need better management talent.
So, which does the Triangle need more - Money or Management?
Based on a recently completed survey by CED, the answer seems to be management. If you refer to the last three CED Entrepreneurial Satisfaction Survey Reports from 2006, 2004, and 2001, the "availability and retention of top technical and management talent" is the most significant concern for local high growth entrepreneurs.
What is the cause of this problem? Here are some common explanations we've heard:
Do you know the difference between Bluetooth, Zigbee, WiMAX and WiFi? Fabian Oliva, CTO of Cary-based P4 Performance Management, describes the latest in wireless technology. Oliva is moderating a panel discussion at CED's Tech Forum, "What's New with Wireless," on March 22 in the RTP. #
What's your "entrepreneurial quotient"?
Serial entrepreneur and investor Guy Kawasaki explains his method for testing a person's knowledge of entrepreneurship. What other questions need to be added to make this test even more accurate?
Ever tried to secure a patent? Murray Spruill and Michelle Cunningham of Alston & Bird share tips for navigating the patent office. #