The study looked at how the technological start-up skills of companies in the Death Valley stage affect their commitment and performance. They analyzed how using policy funds like investment and loans impacts start-up commitment. The results showed that agile and commercialization skills of entrepreneurs positively influence their commitment, while dynamic skills have a weaker impact. Start-ups in the Death Valley stage benefit more from policy fund usage, with commercialization skills having a greater impact on commitment. This suggests that policy fund support is crucial for start-ups facing crisis situations, helping them strengthen their capabilities and overcome challenges.