Startups and established companies all face a dilemma when building new technology products. If they hit upon something innovative that has high potential, they invite the scrutiny of large technology companies such as Amazon, Google, Facebook, and Microsoft. Big Tech has the money, technology, data, and talent to replicate and enhance any technological innovation that is not fully protected by patents — which encompasses most digital products.
A Survival Guide for Startups in the Era of Tech Giants
You have options other than getting swallowed up or stomped out.
February 21, 2020
Summary.
Many companies challenge tech giants like Facebook and Amazon, but few succeed, in part because they’re very good at copying (and sometimes stealing) technological innovation. Those that succeed have found a way to use the tech companies’ strengths and size against them.
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