Providing Technical Guidance to Epicenter Startups

Epicenter supports founders of innovative businesses in developing, launching, and growing their ventures in the Greater Memphis region. Recognizing their need for expertise in software and technology alongside their existing strengths in Logistics and Medical Devices, Epicenter sought guidance to assess the progress of their software-focused startups. They engaged Keiboarder to conduct in-person office hours and evaluate the startups' needs. To maximize the effectiveness of these sessions, Keiboarder provided a questionnaire for Epicenter to distribute to the startups beforehand.

• Startups exhibited varying levels of product viability.  
• Many startups lacked understanding of their product's development process and location.
• Several startups reported experiencing idea and code theft by overseas development firms.  

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• Startups received clear and actionable feedback for their internal teams or external engineering firms.  
• Epicenter gained insights into how to provide further support to these businesses.  
• Epicenter received a snapshot of the technical proficiency levels of their startups.

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• Improved Startup Guidance: Keiboarder's feedback enabled Epicenter to provide more targeted and effective support to their software-focused startups. ‍
• Enhanced Understanding of Startup Needs: Epicenter gained a clearer understanding of the technical challenges faced by their startups.
• Increased Startup Preparedness: Startups received actionable feedback to improve their development processes and product viability.

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• Importance of Technical Expertise in Startup Support: Organizations supporting startups benefit from providing access to specialized technical expertise. ‍
• Value of Assessments: Conducting assessments helps identify specific challenges and tailor support to individual needs. ‍
• Proactive Guidance: Providing proactive guidance can help startups avoid common pitfalls and improve their chances of success

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