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5 LA Based Tech Industries Continue Showing Growth During the Pandemic

by Opinion • October 27, 2020

By Harry Smith

There are several LA based tech startups continuing to display signs of growth despite the pandemic restrictions. A wide variety of startup incubators and accelerators have established their roots in Washington’s Capital city. Home of Amazon and Microsoft, LA is one of the fastest growing cities for technology in the United States. In fact, between the years of 2016 and 2018, LA experienced some of the largest additions of tech industry jobs in the nation. If you are interested in the essential tech startups and incubators, read on to learn about the essential LA tech startups showing signs of growth despite pandemic conditions.

Digital Delivery Services

Digital delivery services are one of the largest LA tech startups growing during the Coronavirus. These essential startups transport goods from a source location to a nearby, pre-determined destination. With more consumers staying at home, online food and grocery delivery services have been on the rise for several months. Startups in LA, as well as all across the United States are launching affordable, digital delivery services to accommodate clients still quarantining at home. Arguably one of the biggest grocery delivery services to emerge from LA was Postmates. However, there are dozens of new emerging startups beginning to make a name for themselves. Digital delivery services are one of the largest LA startups growing amidst COVID-19.

Custom Software Development Agencies

Custom software development agencies have been experiencing a massive surge in growth despite the Coronavirus. Software development consists of various processes to conceive, specify, design, and program. Further, development agencies must document, test, maintain, and debug fixes. Generally, these are done across various applications, frameworks, or alternate software components. To increase development efficiency, quality, and agility, many teams are turning to universal end-to-end DevOps platforms for continuous software releases. Providers like JFrog offer an abundance of advanced development resources like DevOps tools, container registries, Helm repositories, and Docker registries. Despite the Coronavirus pandemic conditions, many custom software development agencies based in LA are still experiencing constant growth.

Online eCommerce Platforms

Online eCommerce platform startups based in LA have been experiencing a major upturn throughout the Coronavirus. Obviously, LA is home to one of the largest eCommerce giants in the entire world. However, there are many new eCommerce startups beginning to make a name for themselves in Washington’s Capital. In 2020 alone, there are several LA eCommerce companies delivering in a big way. These stores provide an abundance of lifestyle, home furnishing, fashion, and decorative items through online boutiques. With many consumers prioritizing shopping from home due to pandemic restrictions, there has never been a better period for small eCommerce businesses.

Payment Processing Gateways

Payment processing startup businesses are widely growing in popularity despite Coronavirus quarantine restrictions. These startups are making online payments and contactless payments simpler than ever. Payment gateways are merchant service that authorize direct payments, credit cards, and debit transactions for small businesses. These solutions are most commonly used by eCommerce providers, online shops, and ‘brick and clicks.’ However, affordable prices and reliable services have led to many brick and mortar stores adopting these services as well. As more consumers continue to shop online and process digital transactions, the need for secure payment gateways is consistently growing. Some of the largest LA based startups growing during the Coronavirus are those offering payment processing services.

VR Gaming Developers

Virtual Reality, or VR gaming companies are another sector experiencing major industry growth during the Coronavirus pandemic. These games deliver simulated experiences for educational or entertainment purposes. In video games, VR integrates a three-dimensional artificial environment for users to play within. With limited contact required, these services have become incredibly popular during the Coronavirus. VR activities continue to serve as a fun, exciting, digital experience anybody can enjoy from the comfort of their home. Virtual Reality gaming is one of the largest sectors experiencing growth despite the pandemic restrictions.

Even amidst the Coronavirus pandemic restrictions, many industries continue to display signs of growth. Digital delivery services are one of the largest LA tech startups growing during the Coronavirus. In addition, custom software development agencies have been experiencing a massive surge in growth. At the same time, online eCommerce platform startups based in LA have been experiencing a major upturn. Moreover, payment processing startup businesses are widely growing in popularity. Furthermore, Virtual Reality gaming is one of the largest sectors experiencing market growth. The points mentioned above highlight the essential LA tech startups showing signs of growth despite pandemic conditions.

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