Episode #344 - Navigating Software Development Challenges - with Tom Haworth
In this episode of ScaleUp Radio, we sit down with Tom Haworth, the visionary founder of B13 AI, a company dedicated to de-risking software development for startups and scale-ups. Here are the key takeaways and insights from our conversation:
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B13 AI specialises in collaborating with startups to build Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) for idea validation and customer feedback. For scale-ups, the focus is on enhancing processes and preparing for sustainable growth. Tom emphasizes the importance of demystifying software development to make it accessible and manageable for businesses at any stage.
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Effective outsourcing requires a strategic approach. Tom discusses the significance of having in-house developers to maintain influence and facilitate seamless communication. B13 AI's decision to establish their own development centre in Vietnam not only enhanced quality and velocity but also improved feedback mechanisms and employee retention.
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The conversation delves into the critical aspect of risk reduction in software development. Tom advocates for investing time upfront to gather requirements, estimate features, and validate ideas. By avoiding assumptions and building what customers truly want, businesses can mitigate risks and save costs in the long run, as changes become increasingly expensive down the line.
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Tune in to this insightful episode for a deep dive into the world of software development, outsourcing strategies, and the fascinating growth story of B13 AI.
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Drawing on BizSmart\u2019s own research and experiences of working with hundreds of owner-managers, Kevin Brent explores the key reasons why most organisations do not scale and how the challenges change as they reach different milestones on the ScaleUp Journey. He then details a practical step by step guide to successfully navigate between the milestones in the form of ESUS - a proven system for entrepreneurs to scale up.\xa0
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Tom can be found here:
quiz.b13.ai
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Resources:
The Lean Startup by Eric Ries - https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/the-lean-startup-how-constant-innovation-creates-radically-successful-businesses-eric-ries/1171537?ean=9780670921607
Snyk - https://snyk.io/
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