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  Stefan Sarbu - 10 Dec 2024

  Pivot or Persevere? How to Make Startup Decisions That Drive Success

  Every successful founder faces this crossroads: your idea isn’t gaining traction, your metrics are flat, and the market feels like it’s slipping through your fingers. Do you keep pushing forward, or is it time to pivot? The difference between startups that thrive and those that fail often comes down to mastering this decision. Let’s break it down so you don’t have to second-guess your next move.

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  Stefan Sarbu - 4 Nov 2024

  From Idea to Reality: How to Identify a Market Gap

  One of the key challenges entrepreneurs face is identifying a market gap—a unique area of opportunity that hasn't yet been tapped. But why are these gaps often referred to as goldmines for startups, and how can you conduct a thorough analysis to find them? This article delves into these crucial questions, offering practical guidance for budding entrepreneurs.

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  Stefan Sarbu - 19 Jun 2024

  How Much Will My MVP Cost?

  Understanding the cost of an MVP is crucial for setting a solid foundation for your startup. It influences key decisions, such as the scope of features, choice of development team, and go-to-market strategy. Knowing the cost helps plan resources effectively, ensure financial sustainability, and set realistic expectations for product development and market entry. A well-planned MVP budget can make the difference between a successful launch and a stalled project.

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  Stefan Sarbu - 15 Mar 2024

  Guiding Early Stage Development with the Build-Measure-Learn Loop

  A while back, we talked about designing lean business models for mobile startups, guided by Ash Maurya's wisdom on the perils of falling too deeply in love with our solutions prematurely. The resonance of that conversation within our community was both surprising and affirming. It turns out, many of us are navigating similar challenges, trying to strike the perfect balance between passion for our products and the practicality of market validation.

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  Stefan Sarbu - 8 Mar 2024

  How To Navigate The Uncertainties Of The MVP Phase

  As a tech founder, tackling the most uncertain aspects of your product early on is paramount. This approach builds investor confidence and validates the market need for your product.

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  Stefan Sarbu - 23 Feb 2024

  The Tech Founder’s Dilemma: Navigating the Choice Between MVP and MMP

  The concepts of Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and Minimum Marketable Product (MMP) are both pivotal in the product development process, especially in agile and lean startup environments. However, they serve different purposes and are used at different stages of the product life cycle.

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  Stefan Sarbu - 11 Sep 2023

  Thinslices partners with Solaris

  We are excited to announce our partnership with Solaris, one of Europe’s first and leading Embedded Finance Platform. Our work together will combine our technical expertise in creating user-friendly frontend solutions for neobanks with Solaris’ vast experience in handling regulatory complexities in the financial technology space.

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  Stefan Sarbu - 29 Jun 2023

  Thinslices partners with AAZZUR

  This partnership aims to revolutionise the financial technology landscape by leveraging AAZZUR's comprehensive tech stack and Thinslices' expertise in digital product development. Together, we can deliver seamless embedded finance integrations, eliminating the need for internal teams, all at an attractive price point and backed by a proven track record.

  Press Releases Fintech