I’ve been told a few times that I need “proof of concept” for my business before an investor will provide me with capital. What, exactly, constitutes proof of concept and how do I know if I’ve attained it?
I can’t know exactly what each of your potential investors had in mind when they asked for a “proof of concept” (POC), but I’ve asked for many POCs and I can certainly tell you what I am thinking.
In a nutshell, having a POC is about risk mitigation.
When an entrepreneur pitches an opportunity there are always a number of premises that underpin the rosy outcome.
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Author: Tony Glenning