IT Pro 20/20: Building a recession-proof startup
Issue 30 considers the various cost-cutting measures startups can deploy, during a time of funding droughts and a cost of living crisis

Welcome to issue 30 of IT Pro 20/20, distilling the most important themes of the previous month into a simple, easy-to-read package.
The UK economy is facing a cliff edge. With a potential recession on the horizon, and a cost of living crisis in full swing, it’s a time of uncertainty for smaller businesses, particularly those looking for new rounds of funding.
But is it possible to not only survive a recession, but thrive during one? This month’s issue is all about cost-cutting and sensible spending, at a time when it’s most important.
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Dale Walker is a contributor specializing in cybersecurity, data protection, and IT regulations. He was the former managing editor at ITPro, as well as its sibling sites CloudPro and ChannelPro. He spent a number of years reporting for ITPro from numerous domestic and international events, including IBM, Red Hat, Google, and has been a regular reporter for Microsoft's various yearly showcases, including Ignite.
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