The mission of Banco Português de Fomento (BPF) revolves around supporting the economic and social development of Portugal by creating and providing innovative, competitive solutions tailored to the needs and challenges of the business ecosystem. This includes fostering entrepreneurial capacity, investment, job creation, and promoting sustainability and the economic, social, and territorial cohesion of the…
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With a population of over 500 million people, the European Union (EU), according to data published in 2021, recorded a GDP of 14,522 billion euros, achieving the highest per capita GDP in the world at 40,984 euros, surpassing even the United States. The European single market offers numerous opportunities for businesses, investors, and entrepreneurs. In…
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In recent years, Portugal has emerged as a shining star among European countries, attracting attention not only from startups but also from investors looking for new horizons. The Portuguese government, recognizing the need for local capital, has actively sought foreign investment as a source of innovation, income growth, and employment opportunities. The result? Portugal’s efforts…
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The Portugal Tech Visa is a technology certification program aimed at facilitating the access of highly skilled professionals, especially in the technology sector, who are not citizens of the European Union, to employment opportunities created by Portuguese companies. This program aims to attract foreign talent to contribute to the growth and development of the technology…
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In recent times, outsourcing has emerged as an essential tool in business management, regardless of the size of the organization. Instead of relying solely on internal resources, many companies are opting for this alternative approach to address the challenges and opportunities that arise along their journey. In this post, we will explore the various options…
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Do you have a product or service and want to enter the market with less risk and more success? Then test and experiment first on the National Test Beds Network! Portugal is facing the exciting challenge of accelerating its Digital Transition and enhancing the competitiveness of its companies through the National Test Beds Network. With…
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Under the framework of the Recovery and Resilience Program, the notice N014/C16-i02/2023 has recently been published regarding “Internationalization through E-Commerce,” as part of Component 16 – Companies 4.0, in the dimension of Digital Transition. This call aims to encourage Portuguese SMEs to explore new international markets and strengthen their presence through E-Commerce. By promoting the…
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In an increasingly interconnected world, startups are constantly seeking new avenues for growth and expansion. Internationalisation, the process of entering and operating in foreign markets, presents both opportunities and challenges. In this blog post, we are exploring the advantages of going the “Softlanding way” as counterpoint of the Hardlanding way. Softlanding has been used by…
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If you have a startup and you’re looking for investors in Europe, you must give a special attention to your Pitch-Deck. This is your main tool to capture focus from European investors and to show them that you have an unique product or service. The Venture Builder´s mission is to provide the necessary/ideal environment to…
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Last week we focused on the Value Proposition and this week we will wrap it up with an Action Plan supported by a questionnaire. In the scope of the Softlanding Europe, 2023 Class, over the last 6 weeks, we have been working on the Product-Market Fit with weekly deliverables focusing on PEST Analysis (Week 1); …
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