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Startups need dual theories on distribution and product/market fit. One is not enough

Andrew Chen

It’s hard to be a product without a strong theory of distribution Here’s a common startup situation. 99% of startups are not differentiated on their underlying technology, and there is very little engineering risk involved. A team busts their ass for months building the first version of their product.

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Pendo Free: A Thorough Review + Better Alternatives

Userpilot

That’s exactly what we explore in our review. Behavioral analytics The free Pendo plan gives you access to its flagship analytics tools: Paths – this feature enables you to map out every sequence of events leading up to or following a user action. G2 reviewers give Pendo an average rating of 4.4 Pendo review.

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When You Need an Interim CFO vs. a Part-time CFO

The Product Coalition

If you run a startup or a small- to mid-size company, you probably can’t justify hiring a full-time chief financial officer (an oft-cited benchmark for when to hire a full-time CFO is annual sales of at least $10 million, but it can be a lot higher for a low-complexity business).

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Managing high availability at Intercom

Intercom, Inc.

To achieve our mission of making internet business personal and scaling to support larger and larger customers, we have been continually, thoughtfully, and carefully investing in our people, systems, and processes to maintain Intercom’s high standards of availability. Here’s how we do it. Availability is embedded our culture.

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Free vs Paid Analytics Platforms: How to Choose One (+ Best Tools in Each Category)

Userpilot

Amplitude is the best product insights tool with AI-based event analytics. These tools specialize in collecting data from events like swipes, taps, and other mobile-specific actions. Acquiring premium tools or enterprise versions is often off the table due to financial restrictions. Mobile analytics tools. Enterprise.

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10 years of UX studio

UX Studio

The following lines are written with full bias due to nostalgia and my gratitude towards all the people who made UX studio a special community, a hub for our professional passion, and a source of inspiration. However, at that time, I was busy working on my startup as a co-founder, so this feeling endured for another 1,5 years.

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Digital Transformation Strategies for Enterprises: Key Elements

The Product Coalition

The competitive landscape is fiercer With nimble startups and tech-savvy competitors emerging constantly, maintaining a competitive edge is crucial. Proactive communication, transparent change management, and employee training are crucial to minimize resistance and ensure their smooth adoption of the new system.