Failing startup checklist: 4 signs it's time to pull the plug

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Startups March 26, 2014 Editor of this Newsletter Conner Forrest | Staff Writer | @connerforrest Conner Forrest covers startups and Google for TechRepublic and is passionate about the convergence of technology and culture. Editor's note Also, be sure to check out "From textiles to tech: North Carolina's journey to becoming a startup epicenter" My favorite quote from that story comes from Dan Roselli, "The only thing that can stop North Carolina from entrepreneurial success is North Carolina. All of the right resources and DNA are here, but the challenge is will we think big enough." Failing startup checklist: 4 signs it's time to pull the plug Facing failure as an entrepreneur can be devastating. Here are four factors that can help you figure out if you should close the casket on your startup. Resource of the day 3 Key Guidelines To Help Increase Energy Efficiency In The Data Center Sprawling and convoluted infrastructures make it hard to discern power usage effectiveness (PUE). The following guidelines can help you better understand and manage your power consumption. Additional TechRepublic resources From textiles to tech: North Carolina's journey to becoming a startup epicenter JVP launches first Israeli cybersecurity startup incubator at Ben-Gurion University Nelly Yusupova: CTO. Entrepreneur. Risk-taker. Movement-starter. Featured multimedia Photos: Awesome things you didn't know were 3D printed Today's recommended downloads Network IPS Comparative Analysis (IBM) Delivering Success that Scales with the Largest Enterprises (IBM) The Cloud Provider Prescription To Prevent HIPAA Headaches (INetU) Consolidated Security Management for Mainframe Clouds (IBM) Building a Business Case for HP Blades Servers (HP & Intel® Xeon® Processor) Connect with TechRepublic A Special Feature from TechRepublic and ZDNet Tablets: Where's the Productivity? The hottest device in the enterprise remains the tablet. Executives have pushed for them, IT departments have accommodated them, and users continue to clamor for them. Are they a fad or game-changer? We examine the productivity benefits, opportunities, and myths. TechRepublic newsletters Get product reviews, tech news analysis, tips, and more in the following TechRepublic newsletters. Automatically sign up today! Developer The Cloud Revolution Apple in the Enterprise Visit the Subscription Center to get other free newsletters, manage your account settings or to be removed from TechRepublic communications. The e-mail address for your subscription is habib2best@gmail.com. Unsubscribe | Send Feedback | FAQ | Advertise | Privacy Policy Copyright 2014 CBS Interactive, Inc. All rights reserved. TechRepublic is a registered service mark of CBS Interactive, Inc. TechRepublic 235 Second Street San Francisco, CA 94105 U.S.A.