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[Event] [Singapore] Techventure 2011: A Sign of Increasing Asian Technology Innovation

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But those same words could easily be applied to the Singapore-based technology entrepreneurs present at Techventure 2011. And unlike counterparts in the West, Asian startups tend to prefer develop their technology in-house (about three-quarters of those surveyed), rather than tapping on external sources of R&D.

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5 Free Platforms Entrepreneurs Should Be Using To Manage And Streamline Their Business

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According to Forrester ecommerce sales will hit $370 billion in the United States by 2017. In 2011, Scott launched Appsbar, the first cost-free tool for anyone of any skill level with a limited budget to develop professional and personalized apps that appear in the largest online marketplaces including iTunes and Android Market.

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[US] The 10 Best Sectors That Are Boosting The Economy

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Recent months have seen impressive auto sales figures, and that momentum is expected to continue for some time. Although concerns over gas prices might put a damper on car purchases, experts believe that an improvement in unemployment will help make up the difference and keep auto sales strong. economic recovery. India-based firms.

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Creative Ways To Improve Your Customer’s Online Experience

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It has long been known that keeping a customer is much cheaper than acquiring a new one, as those customers tend to be far more receptive to sales and promotions after they have made an initial purchase with you. In e-commerce, retaining customers is essential to the survival of your business.

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[Review] YOUtility

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To achieve Youtility, one should consider three different facets: 1) Self-Serve Information - Customers prefer to help themselves to information prior to purchase rather than talk to a sales person. In fact, shoppers in 2011 need 10.4 pieces of information before making a purchase – a doubling of the 5.3

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5 Companies That Could Become The Next Apple

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Apple’s sales increase of close to $234 billion reiterates its commitment to quickly release superior devices to the consumer. It aims to one day expand into a media company; this objective appears more probable as GoPro’s sales continue to increase at a steady rate. Netflix: An Ever-Growing Video Streaming Presence.

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[Event] [Singapore] AppsWorld Asia: Rise Of The Planet Of The Apps

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But what is really interesting this year is the accompanying Apps World Asia 2011 , where there are specific tracks applicable to developers and programmers working in the web and mobile application spaces. Young Upstarts is a Social Media World Forum (SMWF) Asia and Apps World Asia 2011 media partner.

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