Through the end of 2020 and well into Q2, possibly Q3 of 2021, COVID-19 will remain a challenge for all commerce. Tech companies globally and in Israel will find challenges and opportunities as they re-assess their end-markets and client segmentation. Below are several specific considerations for product development, marketing, sales and M&A.
To scale up in international markets, Israeli companies have typically had to establish foreign headquarters, or sell the business to an international company to be closer to customers for sales, service, and customer feedback for product development. However, for the remainder of 2020 and first half of 2021, there will be limited in-person relationship building, no large sales presentations, customer conferences, nor large scale-in person training. This may create a window of opportunity for many tech companies that do not have the advantage of a large local presence. Israeli companies must leverage this opportunity by becoming more creative about “getting in the door” and integrating information flows aro und customer needs, feedback, and competition.
Things to consider for product requirements:
Things to consider for targeting, sales and marketing:
How management teams can inform action on product, sales, and M&A strategies:
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Note: Reprinted from the Start-up Nation Central The Post Covid-19 New Normal Report- How the Israeli tech ecosystem can help shape the post-panedemic era.
Author : Rafi Musher, Founder and CEO, Stax Inc.; Founder and Chairman, itrek