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Ask HN: Competitor wants to license components of our technology
Competitor is the company with the most funding in our space.
An acquisition is out of the question as they can't pay what we would sell for.
But they are interested in licensing some components of our technology/product.
While our initial inclination is saying no - under what circumstances do you think it would make sense?
- JSeymourATL 12y ago> what circumstances do you think it would make sense? Increased cash-flow, future partnership opportunities, market validation, etc...
- PabloOsinaga 12y agothose are certainly some of the benefits, while the cons being equalizing your product advantage, getting distracted, and a few more. I guess the question is under what circumstances do you think the pros outweight the cons ?
- JSeymourATL 12y agoThe Pro vs Con calculus can be subjective. Ultimately, knowing the people involved will be the critical success factor.
- S4M 12y ago> under what circumstances do you think it would make sense? If you can keep your brand when your competitor is licensing your components. That way you make your competitor act like your sales.