AppLabs' Mak Teje on Software and Business Processes
Episode Description
In April, when Makarand (Mak) Teje became CEO of AppLabs, the world's largest independent software testing and quality management firm, his priorities were clear: He wanted to strengthen client relationships in the U.S. and Europe. Teje also wanted to find ways to increase revenues from $67 million to $100 million. In a slowing global economy, what strategies will AppLabs adopt to reach its ambitious goals? Teje discussed that question and more in an interview with India Knowledge@Wharton.
Brief Summary
Makran Tejay discusses App Labs' growth strategies and client engagement as CEO, focusing on testing services and market challenges.
Key points
- App Labs' Ambitious Growth Goals. CEO Makran Tejay aims to boost revenues from $67 million to $100 million in a challenging economy.
- The Value of Independence. Tejay discusses the advantages of being an independent testing company.
- Navigating Economic Uncertainty. Tejay addresses how the uncertain U.S. economy affects IT project decisions.
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Episode highlights
- App Labs' Ambitious Growth GoalsCEO Makran Tejay aims to boost revenues from $67 million to $100 million in a challenging economy.“What strategies will App Labs adopt to reach its ambitious goals?”0:36Sep 4, 2008
- The Value of IndependenceTejay discusses the advantages of being an independent testing company.“The independent view helps organizations bring us in.”3:52Sep 4, 2008
- Navigating Economic UncertaintyTejay addresses how the uncertain U.S. economy affects IT project decisions.“Decisions are taking longer, but our value proposition remains strong.”11:09Sep 4, 2008
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