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TechCrunch+ roundup: Technical due diligence, web3’s promise, how to hire well

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“It’s still much easier to develop a Web 2.0 app simply because the ecosystem is mature and enjoys a large and thriving developer community,” says Devin Abbott, who specializes in design and development tools, React and web3 applications. 8 questions to answer before your startup faces technical due diligence.

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How PwC and SAP are doing right by helping clients unlock ESG value

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Creating value with Environmental Social and Governance A McKinsey study reveals 5 ways that ESG creates value. When presented by the new Supply Chain Due Diligence Act ( SCDDA) in Germany, PwC realized their clients would need tools and processes to automate evaluation of suppliers.

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Sharing Responsibility for Data Security in the Cloud

CIO

Therefore, it’s up to CIOs to do due diligence about what sort of security controls are in place and to ensure data is well protected in an [as-a-service] operating model. Specifically, the study attributed an average $4 million loss to business disruption, with another $5.9 Include the enterprise risk management team.

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7 common pitfalls for hardware startups and how to avoid them

TechCrunch

” Hardware development is complex and challenging. Hardware development is inherently a lot more costly than cranking out software. Developing a physical product requires substantial investment in materials, tooling, manufacturing and logistics. And … you even need to develop multiple supply chains.”

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Understanding the security shared responsibility model in an as-a-service world

CIO

Therefore, it’s up to CIOs to do due diligence about what sort of security controls are in place and to ensure data is well protected in an [as-a-service] operating model. Specifically, the study attributed an average $4 million loss to business disruption, with another $5.9 Include the enterprise risk management team.

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How Pariti is connecting founders with capital, resources and talent in emerging markets

TechCrunch

” So , how is the team at Pariti setting out to solve these problems? Pariti then assesses each company across more than 70 information points ranging from the team and market to product and economics. In a nutshell, Pariti helps founders connect with affordable talent, access capital and develop their businesses.

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5 Obtrusive Blockers to Avoid as a Servant Leader

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The concept of “being a servant” to your teams and treating employees as critical individuals to be cultivated and empowered, has strong merit. This can help managers support their teams, clear the path, and improve productivity by stepping out of the way as much as possible. We’ve all heard of servant leadership. It’s obtrusive.