A new start-up programme has been launched to offer technical and commercial support for software entrepreneurs.
The Microsoft start-up accelerator programme was designed for high potential companies with good growth prospects to boost their chances of long-term success.
“Software offers huge opportunities for new UK businesses, but even great ideas and groundbreaking innovation are sometimes not enough to bring long term success,” said Steve Ballmer, chief executive officer of Microsoft.
Bullmer said the technical and business support offered in this programme could help fledgling businesses realise their potential.
The programme includes technical support and guidance on the latest technologies and platforms, such as Silverlight and Live Services.
Start-ups on the programme will be given marketing and sales support as well as business development sessions hosted by the software company.
One of the participants in the programme is Ben Way, founder of ViaPost. He said:
“Start-up businesses on the internet live and die on the quality of support they have access to and this new initiative can only help more web entrepreneurs in the UK to build sustainable and successful companies. It’s a fantastic opportunity for all of us involved.”
For more information on the programme visit www.microsoftstartupzone.com/uk
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