Category: Startups
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Scout New Tech Like a Pro
Ask most executives whether their organisation is good at finding new technology for their pressing needs, and they will say yes. Ask them to walk you through the actual process the last time they dåid it, and the answer often gets vaguer fast. It is surprising how many companies, including some with real innovation budgets… Read more
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The Strategic Scouting Matrix
Over nearly 20 years of running innovation functions and businesses, whether within large corporates, investment firms, government bodies, or for clients, my teams and I had to “scout” for external innovative solutions in almost every conceivable form. While some organisations treat scouting as a standalone business, it is more commonly a critical component of a… Read more
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A quick look at the most common models for founder/advisor collaborations
It’s well known in the startup industry that early-stage entrepreneurs often struggle with choosing the right model to engage expert advisors. Finding the right fit is crucial for growth, and a few common models are widely used. 20+ year of published entrepreneurship research and surveys reveals that participating in structured programmes of tech accelerators or incubators can… Read more
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On advising startups
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Supporting startup in the UK: IET Magazine Contribution
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First Reactions to the new UK Industrial Strategy
I have helped develop a few national strategies hile working at UK Research and Innovation, Digital Catapult and in various advisory roles. I have also been on the other side, and on occasions celebrating interventions in my or my clients’ areas of business. So, here are some thoughts. 👏 What I like: Read more