Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 3, 2010

I lived through the era of companies doing premature mergers. That’s why immature teams spend so much time on mergers. A merger is not the panacea. There is no such thing a “merger of equals&#. There’s really no such thing as a merger – only acquisitions. This is a good thing.

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Merger Technical Review Early Stage Dilution 276

The Startup Magazine

MARCH 30, 2020

Mergers and acquisitions are an integral part of the business world. Matthew Brunstrum , a mergers and acquisitions advisor, explains why companies should prioritize their operations and financial considerations in order to make an acquisition succeed. The Basic Principles of Mergers and Acquisitions.

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Acquisition Operations Merger Forecast 98

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 28, 2023

Always start with a formal proposal, limited in scope to a specific common objective or technology, for a limited amount of time, bounded by a two-way non-disclosure statement. With this agreement in place, there are a host of ways that both sides can win: Share common technology. Willing to learn from each other.

Non-Compete 262

Non-Compete Intellectual Property Merger Acquisition 262

The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 9, 2021

An excellent Virtual Data room should provide privacy in business mergers and acquisitions, regulatory compliance, due diligence , amongst other solutions. With this, you can ensure access levels when sharing projects and making deals with external stakeholders. The strength of a Virtual Data Room lies in its security.

Technical Review 158

Technical Review Due Diligence Merger Security 158

SiliconHills

FEBRUARY 2, 2018

Today, Dell Technologies filed papers with the Securities and Exchange Commission disclosing that the company’s board is considering taking the company public again with an initial public offering or by merging with VMWare. The post Dell Technologies Considers a Public Offering or Merger with VMware appeared first on SiliconHills.

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Merger Securities and Exchange Commission Technology Initial Public Offering 69

The Startup Magazine

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

On the other side of the spectrum, the idea of finding a unicorn has attracted many investors toward the much riskier venture capital and emerging technologies. Over the past decade, advancing technologies and social consciousness have been causing unprecedented and exciting shifts in every sector of the economy, not just the tertiary.

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Private Equity Equity Technical Review Software Review 129

VC Cafe

JANUARY 16, 2022

Activate Technology and Media outlook 2022 , created by Active Consulting, offers a very interesting take on the future of the Metaverse. NFTs will become a mainstream behavior, while creating value for consumers and IP owners; every technology and media company will need an NFT strategy (Source: Activate Consulting).

Technical Review 187

Technical Review Mobile Merger IP 187

YoungUpstarts

MARCH 24, 2014

If you were looking for a lawyer to represent your company for a multimillion-dollar merger, what kind of lawyer would you want? Most of us would want to hire the most experienced, cutthroat lawyer specializing in multimillion-dollar mergers. A DUI lawyer? A jack-of-all-trades, I’ll-make-your-copies-too lawyer? Didn’t think so.

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Fractional CTO Product CTO Hire Merger 228

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 27, 2014

The good news is that a patent can scare off or at least delay competitors, and as a “rule of thumb” patents can add up to $1M to your startup valuation for investors or M&A exits (merger and acquisition). Even after your application is accepted, the issuing process takes a lifetime in today’s technology (4-5 years).

Software Review 250

Software Review Software Technical Review Intellectual Property 250

YoungUpstarts

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

With new virtual and augmented reality technologies emerging, the merger of traditional and digital media is more than just on the horizon. It’s an exciting technology, so here are ways to prepare yourself for the revolution. The new age of advertising and marketing lies in a combination.

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Software Review Marketing Technical Review Merger 100

YoungUpstarts

APRIL 1, 2014

For many start-up companies, the dream is to one day become the other half in a merger or acquisition with a larger, more developed organisation. Currently, all things technology based have a high acquisition rate if they can provide a service for a wide range of emerging technology markets. Build Strategic Partnerships.

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Acquisition Merger Europe Technical Review 193

SiliconHills

SEPTEMBER 7, 2016

In a $60 billion deal, Dell Technologies Wednesday closed its acquisition of EMC Corp. And Dell gets the award for coolest aerial stunt to introduce a […] The post Dell Technologies Completes its Merger with EMC Corp. It is the largest tech deal ever. appeared first on SiliconHills.

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Merger Technology Texas Acquisition 48

YoungUpstarts

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

by Jack Narcotta, Devices Analyst at Technology Business Research. Jack Narcotta, Devices Analyst Technology Business Research , is responsible for reporting on vendors such as Acer, Apple, Asus, Fujitsu, Google, HP, Lenovo, Microsoft, Samsung, Sony and Toshiba. Microsoft’s $2.5

Acquisition 157

Acquisition Azure Merger Sweden 157

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 1, 2020

Always start with a formal proposal, limited in scope to a specific common objective or technology, for a limited amount of time, bounded by a two-way non-disclosure statement. With this agreement in place, there are a host of ways that both sides can win: Share common technology. Willing to learn from each other.

Non-Compete 317

Non-Compete Intellectual Property Merger Acquisition 317

Start Up Blog

JUNE 29, 2017

I feel like we are starting to merge with the technology we have become so reliant on. Continue reading → The post The inevitable merger of our species with machines appeared first on Steve Sammartino.

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Merger Naming Technology 79

Startup Professionals Musings

APRIL 22, 2013

This has value now, and is critical for maximum value in a merger or acquisition. The technology or product may be at an embryonic stage. The investor, in order to eventually be successful, has to spot not only winning technologies but winning people, and all investors have a slightly different view of what a winner looks like.

Technical Review 273

Technical Review Intellectual Property Angel Investor Elevator Pitch 273

YoungUpstarts

JULY 10, 2017

A company not ready for implementation, or unaware of the changes on their business, will not have the analysis ready to cast their revenue under the new guidance — which can delay the deal or negatively impact the merger price. You can reach Jacqueline at jpruscha@ssfllp.com.

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Technical Review Revenue Software Review Due Diligence 124

YoungUpstarts

JUNE 22, 2018

With constant downsizing, mergers, and business pivots, today’s workers must be able to create a stable income. You have to understand the impact of technology on your field and be able to manage yourself as a brand and an entrepreneur. Many workers transition to gigs because they enjoy the flexible work schedule and location.

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Merger Software Review Technical Review Developer 100

Startup Professionals Musings

MARCH 18, 2012

This has value now, and is critical for maximum value in a merger or acquisition. The technology or product may be at an embryonic stage. The investor, in order to eventually be successful, has to spot not only winning technologies but winning people, and all investors have a slightly different view of what a winner looks like.

Technical Review 294

Technical Review Intellectual Property Angel Investor Elevator Pitch 294

Gust

OCTOBER 19, 2014

The good news is that a patent can scare off or at least delay competitors, and as a “rule of thumb” patents can add up to $1M to your startup valuation for investors or M&A exits (merger and acquisition). Even after your application is accepted, the issuing process takes a lifetime in today’s technology (4-5 years).

Software Review 173

Software Review Software Technical Review Intellectual Property 173

SiliconHills

SEPTEMBER 4, 2018

Austin-based Spredfast announced that it is merging with San Francisco-based Lithium Technologies. After the merger, the company will be based in San Francisco with Austin as its largest office. The post Spredfast and Lithium Technologies to Merge appeared first on SiliconHills. Pete Hess of Lithium will serve as CEO.

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San Francisco Technology Merger Austin 89

Board Effect

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Hospital trustees also need to be aware of how mergers and acquisitions create potential new risks and vulnerabilities. Using Technology to Facilitate Areas of Fraud Where Hospital Trustees Need Awareness and Training Hospitals provide many good reasons for hackers to target their systems.

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Technical Review Intellectual Property Security Merger 52

Both Sides of the Table

AUGUST 27, 2012

We once thought the merger of AOL/Time Warner needed to be investigated by the DOJ. It seemed like “all of the big ideas had been done” in technology. This was obviously prior to the Internet and everything that led to: (mobile smartphones, social networks, new payment technologies, etc.). As I point out in my video.

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Silicon Valley Technical Review Early Stage Cofounder 299

YoungUpstarts

MARCH 9, 2016

For a young entrepreneur, the mergers and acquisitions process can be exciting and potentially lucrative but it can also be the source of considerable stress. by Larry Fontillas, managing director of the Americas for ansarada. M&A is intense. Inefficiencies in deal execution will put stress on you and your business.

Technical Review 100

Technical Review Due Diligence San Francisco Merger 100

Startup Professionals Musings

MAY 28, 2022

Business agility can also be improved by proactively looking ahead – for new trends and technologies that will likely attract competitors and customers. Look for economies of scale, complementary skills and technologies, or access to a broader and stronger market. Don’t wait a growth crisis to begin your efforts.

Intellectual Property 322

Intellectual Property Acquisition Non-Compete Merger 322

Board Effect

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Advances in technology inspired the introduction of electronic medical records, which have now become standard practice. Adding to that, automation and artificial intelligence are front-runners in technology and they stand to change healthcare financial practices even more. Medicare introduced a coding system for billing.

Technical Review 66

Technical Review Artificial Inteligence Software Review Government 66

Board Effect

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

Most often these issues have arisen from inadequate board attention to CEOs with latent conflicts on mergers and acquisitions decisions, directors who also have vendor relationships with the organization or lack independence, and inadequate processes to identify, disclose and manage potential conflicts of interest. Conflicts of Interest.

Government 49

Government Merger Software Review Technical Review 49

YoungUpstarts

JUNE 17, 2015

Additionally, plan for an acquisition now by telling your users in your privacy policy that you may transfer the data in the event of a merger or acquisition. Instead, make sure the policy actually reflects your company’s practices by mapping out the data your company collects, how it is used, how it is disclosed, and how it is secured.

Software Review 100

Software Review Technical Review Due Diligence Startup 100

VC Cafe

AUGUST 2, 2022

Is there an early mover advantage for being early on a technology trend? In the first five months of 2022, more than $120 billion have been invested in building out metaverse technology and infrastructure, according to McKinsey. Unity’s recent $4.4 Also, their $1.6 Every month, there are 5B downloads of apps built in Unity.

IP 206

IP Cofounder Valuation Acquisition 206

YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 25, 2018

Toronto’s Mark Attanasio has spent some 20 years advising businesses at various stages in their development on what it takes to position themselves for growth – whether it’s through traditional transactional activities like management buyouts and mergers and acquisitions or via a public listing on a Canadian stock exchange. Is there more?

Partner 113

Partner Technical Review Management Due Diligence 113

Both Sides of the Table

SEPTEMBER 17, 2011

Create hassles for post-merger integration of technology or teams. Focus the most senior person in the company’s time away from critical decision making on daily business. Dilute your cash, equity or both. Lead to bad blood on your existing team.

Operations 292

Operations CTO Hire Startup Early Stage 292

Startup Professionals Musings

OCTOBER 27, 2010

This has value now, and is critical for maximum value in a merger or acquisition. The technology or product may be at an embryonic stage. The investor, in order to eventually be successful, has to spot not only winning technologies but winning people, and all investors have a slightly different view of what a winner looks like.

Angel Investor 241

Angel Investor Technical Review Intellectual Property Elevator Pitch 241

The Startup Magazine

JULY 27, 2019

They should easily understand how the different departments, processes, and technology can be integrated to ensure compliance. For instance, you should assess what risk lies in a merger and acquisition decision. Such an approach increases the adaptability of your workforce when regulations change. Encourage Accountability and Feedback.

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Merger Reputation Security Employee 90

Startup Professionals Musings

JUNE 5, 2012

Both now lead with the same processors, but Dell offers custom system configuration at ship, while HP capitalizes on more impressive display and battery technology. Also, this competitor will now be a better candidate for merger or acquisition (M&A), due to the existing relationship, when either of you is ready for that step.

Non-Compete 241

Non-Compete Merger Technical Review Software Review 241

Board Effect

AUGUST 29, 2022

Boards have also had to shift much of their funds to technology to meet healthcare goals and needs. Community hospitals may need to consider mergers with larger hospitals to get the necessary capital for necessary digital advancements. Other issues are the high cost of care and carrying high levels of bad debts. Cybersecurity Threats.

Government 52

Government Technical Review Merger Programming 52

Startup Professionals Musings

JULY 16, 2023

A few, like Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), despite recent failures, actually do provide management services to startups, invest in startups, or provide early-stage venture capital, but that is not called an investment service and is part of a function called Emerging Technologies, or sometimes Private Equity.

Early Stage 182

Early Stage Silicon Valley Private Equity Initial Public Offering 182

Startup Professionals Musings

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Competitors can become strategic investors or merger candidates. These days, most large technology companies, like HP and Apple, routinely buy successful and known startup competitors rather than developing new products from scratch. Simple referral fees can bring real growth.

Partner 434

Partner Non-disclosure Agreement Intellectual Property Non-Compete 434