by Robert Solomon | Oct 6, 2020 | B2B Software, Collaborative Project Management, Key Success Factors, Marketplaces, Matchmaking, Payments, Supplier Credentialling |
D’Arcy Coolican and Jeff Jordan from famed VC Andreesen Horowitz recently published a must-read article entitled ‘Deep’ Job Platforms and How to Build Them. The article was focused on job platforms, those matching employers with individuals, so it’s more...
by Robert Solomon | Sep 24, 2020 | B2B Software, Ecosystem, Marketplaces, Matchmaking
This week, two platform providers for marketplace builders, Mirakl and AppDirect, raised nearly $500 million in capital. Mirakl focuses on software for B2C and B2B physical goods marketplaces. Mirakl raised $300 million at a $1.5 billion valuation. AppDirect...
by Robert Solomon | Sep 14, 2020 | B2B Software, Marketplaces, Matchmaking, Public Sector
Mercell is a public company (listed in Oslo) and is the leader in the public e-tendering business in the Nordic region. Mercell proves that after all these years, it’s still possible to discover a publicly-traded procurement software company! (The company...
by Robert Solomon | Jun 8, 2020 | Automobile, B2B Software, Industry Catalog, Marketplaces
I normally don’t write about B2C platforms, but what the heck, I normally don’t shelter in place or wear a mask either. Also, the Vroom S-1 was simply too interesting to skip. I’ll keep my comments brief and focused on the underlying economics....
by Robert Solomon | May 26, 2020 | B2B Software, Healthcare, Insurance, Marketplaces
SelectQuote quietly went public last week and soared 40% in its opening day. The company now sports a $4 billion valuation. What’s all the fuss about? Strong growth, great margins, and great, SaaS-like metrics in its core senior insurance segment. About...
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