We recently had an interaction with the Founder of ITCombine. ITCombine is a leading Software, Web development, App development, and technical Manpower consulting company based in Noida. Mr. Lohani has an experience of more than 20 Years in the Media and IT industry and has mentored Start-ups in Healthcare, Sports, and E-com verticals.

Here are the views of Mr. Praveen Lohani:

There are many reasons why startups fail, and it often depends on the specific circumstances of the company. Some common reasons include:

Lack of market needs: One of the biggest reasons startups fail is because they don’t solve a real problem for their customers. This can happen if the founders haven’t done enough research to validate their idea before launching the company.

Poor product-market fit: Even if a startup has a great product, it may not be the right fit for the market. This can happen if the company doesn’t fully understand its target customer or if the product doesn’t meet the customer’s needs.

Insufficient funding: Many startups run out of money before they can become profitable. This can happen if the founders haven’t raised enough capital to support the business, or if they spend money too quickly without a clear plan for generating revenue.

Competition: Another common reason startups fail is because of intense competition. If there are already established companies in the market, it can be difficult for a new startup to gain traction.

Lack of a strong team: A startup is only as good as its team. If the founders aren’t able to assemble a strong team of talented and dedicated people, the company will likely struggle.

Poor execution: Even the best ideas can fail if they’re not executed properly. Startups need to be able to quickly iterate on their product and pivot when necessary, but they also need a well-thought-out plan to guide their efforts.

Inexperience: Many entrepreneurs are first-time founders, and they may not have the skills or experience necessary to successfully launch a startup.

It’s important to note that these are some of the common reasons and startups can fail for various reasons, but also there are many that succeed. To increase the chances of success, it’s important for founders to conduct thorough market research, validate their ideas, assemble a strong team, and be prepared for the long-term work and dedication it takes to build a successful company.

I would like to place specific importance on the Timing of a startup in the above context. 

Timing can play a role in the success of a startup. If a company launches at the right time, it can be well-positioned to take advantage of market trends and grow quickly. However, if a company launches at the wrong time, it may struggle to gain traction.

For example, if a company launches a new technology that is ahead of its time, it may struggle to find customers because the technology isn’t yet ready for mainstream adoption. On the other hand, if a company launches a new technology that is perfectly in sync with market trends, it may be able to quickly gain customers and grow rapidly.

Timing can also be important in terms of competition. If a company launches into a market that is already saturated with competitors, it may struggle to differentiate itself and gain market share. On the other hand, if a company is the first to launch into a new market, it may have a first-mover advantage and be able to establish itself as a leader in the space.

It’s worth noting that no company can be completely sure of the right timing, it’s a matter of prediction and assessment based on research and market analysis, but ultimately timing alone does not dictate the success or failure of a startup, it’s more of a combination of various factors, including timing, that comes together to determine a startup’s ultimate outcome.