The World is dynamic. And the future will be much different with these epoch-making start-ups. There is something common with these entrepreneurs. They are young. They have the vision the zeal. And of course, they have the survival instincts. With the help of the internet, they re-engineer and redefine the very common things in the lives of ordinary people. Let us analyse how these start-ups start, function, survive and conquer.
1. Abacus
Abacus, the start –up launched in 2014 takes away the fear of mathematics and accounting off from you. The expense management system for both employees and employers comes on a platter to bring the grin back to your face. Until now the company raised a whopping $3.5 million seed funding. With Abacus, the mobile app, one can take the picture of a receipt or bill. They can digitally file and categorize the charge with the help of auto-populating list generated based on the location. The reimbursement can take place in a short time as the manager's approval process is shortened. Now, the splitting expenses across categories like hotel or stationery is simplified. In turn, the efficiency of company operation would be smoother and efficient. Abacus reduces the drudgery and inaccuracies associated with the conventional accounting system. The app is compatible with the tax and revenue regulations.
2. Affectiva
The emotion measuring technology is originated at MITs Media Lab. The Affectiva app measures the human expressions and psychological changes through the help of computers. This app can also be used in elections. Maybe in near future crime detection will be using this technique as a prelude to polygraph! This start-up is six years old and making steady progress. Persons would be keen to know what others are thinking. And for marketing professionals, the reliable decoding of the facial expression of their clients is a valuable tool. How people, clients and investors react to the digital content will help in a realistic prediction of their next move. Injecting the social and viral contents in the right dose depending on the emotion would help companies to formulate strategies. With the $20 Million fund seeding in three installments, Affectiva is bound to make a real dent in the future in almost in every walk of life. The National Science Foundation as one of its investors explains the scientific study of emotion is a serious game.
3. Alfred
The time machine and time management always intrigued the minds of people. The New York-based Alfred is an app that gives much more; this is a personal life management. Alfred has a vast network of managers, facilitators, workers and contractors all under its roof. They will visit your home, tidy your fridge, do the laundry, vacuum the place and much more.
Just for a small monthly fee of $99 your tailoring needs, grocery replenishment, and pharmacy pick-up is dome by Alfred. With your personal digital assistant, your anxiety can be wiped off- well almost. You can reduce your typing burden drastically with Alfred's Clipboard history and Snippet features. Alfred, a 2014 start-up based in New York is there to make your life less miserable. And Alfred gives you much more free time than you ever thought you ever can have. Well with Alfred, 2016 will be still more exciting.
4. Beautified
Beautified, the ultimate app for convenient beauty treatment was started in 2013 by three entrepreneurs. This start-up is being closely watched by the industry as a role model for its phenomenal growth and customer acceptance. With time limited time you have at your disposal, you can order the best cosmetics and get the best beauty enhancement. It can be the pedicure; manicure, massage, hairdo or whatever related to the beauty. You have now choose the service you want at your convenience.
The easiest way to be reminded and booking a last minute appointment at a beauty clinic is now possible with Beautified. You can even get the date modified. Presently limited to New York, this facility will be available in other cities as well in future. Everything you need in making you look better is provided by this app at the right price. And no more long waiting is needed for beauty treatment.
5. Cognition
Started in 2013, Cognition is filling the gap of skill development and deployment. The individuals are trying to acquire the best skill needed for the right job the employers are looking for. But that facility was not available that easily until now. The companies prefer to have experienced and skilled persons to fit into their work culture. That will save a lot for them in training a new and unskilled workforce. The attrition rate can be reduced considerably due to Cognition app.
Cognition focuses on training the prospective employees in language, format and speed. Whether it be a hotel, office, coffee shops or retail, the expertise of the employees matter a lot towards the effective running of the establishment. With a remarkable growth rate and revenue generation, Cognition is bound to make ripples in 2016 in the employment scenario. They plan into health care also soon.
6. Dots
Mobile phones have changed the way in which we live. It is almost impossible to keep away from your phone for an extended period. Dots, a start-up from 2013 is making you even more addicted to the game app. You need this app for time filler or a relaxation. Suitable for both iOS and Android, this game is essential uses dots. There are two varieties Dots and two dots. By joining the dots on the smart phone, the puzzle is on. Caught like wildfires Dots have done the translation for many languages, and users across the globe are enjoying it. The addiction is inevitable to this simple game, clocking usage of 5 billion in the first year alone. Solo or two can play this game. The speed at which the dots are connected decides the winner. There are few additional games in the anvil from Dots
7. One Month
Another educational mobile app from One Month is there to monopolise 2016. Quite a few online courses are offered by One Month. Each session is of 15 minutes duration. Many do it yourself like online payment, coding fundamentals, etc. the One Month start-up was launched in 2013 with the backing of Y-Combinator. The coding is essential for web development. As the name suggests all the courses are of 4 weeks duration and the price varies fro $299.
Right from basic computer skills to the advanced web development or content marketing are available. The economic and shortest method to acquire additional computer skill is possible from this novel start-up, launched in 2013. The online courses are provided with video programs from expert teachers will produce a new breed of students well equipped to meet the challenges. And opportunities for the candidates with skill would be good.
8. Shyp
At last an efficient way of packing and moving your precious materials and commodities. Shyp is a start-up launched in 2013 takes the trouble of shipping considerably. Just for a small fee as low as $5, Shyp will take care of the protective packing, booking, tracking and shipping to the destination of your choice. Shyp will pick up any article, pack it up properly and ship to different locations through the most economical and reliable services. The shipping charges will be extra to your account. They have warehouses in strategic places where the right packing with the right boxes can be done. With $10 million in their kitty as funding,
Shyp is aiming higher and wider. From automobiles, bikes and household articles Shyp can ship almost everything safely. The careful consideration is worth for the customers. The established packers and movers are feeling the pinch already.
9. Spring
No more tedious gluing into your mobile phone screen to get some purchases done online. Spring, the app launches in 2013 can solve the problem amicably. The shopping experience with the mobile phone is going to be less time consuming but also pleasurable. Spring can help you with your choice and loyalty of brands as well. The phone interface with Spring is something unique. Irrespective of your purchase clothes, boutique, watch or shoes, spring can suggest. Even spring will inform you of the fashion sales in the offing. A digital walk through your favourite mall is possible. The editors choice of the brand or quality is ready with this app. this App will be the talk of the town in 2016.
10. The Grid
Web development is a tricky job, so as the updating; here comes the solution from a nascent start-up called The Grid. Using artificial intelligence, the creation, update and maintenance of the website is pretty easy and economical. Even though you have no idea what a site coding or template is, still you can have a perfect and professionally looking website. Even an individual can have a great website with all the paraphernalia like URLs, pictures, appearance, etc. The Grid is supported by AI- artificial intelligence. All the necessary tools to make your site attractive is provided The yearly charges for this service are $96. The first version of the Grid is for web development and later on for e-commerce is also planned. At the end of the day, even the monthly charges of $25 will make it the cheaper option of engaging a web developer.
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