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Timings & Schedule

1. SIGN UP & APPLY

Start: 15th May 2023


  • Have a look at the challenge description
  • Every application will be considered.
  • For participation click „Sign up and apply“ at the challenges!

Application deadline: 30th June 2023

2. ANALYSIS & SELECTION OF FINALISTS


July & August:

Start of the analysis of all applications and preparation of the longlists.


3-5 Finalists for each challenge

  • Get to know the established companies
  • preparation for the Pitch Day
  • Support by our coaches

3. PITCHDAY & WINNERS


September & October

  • 1 Pitch Day for each challenge
  • 1 Winner by jury decision

Find your challenge

What are we searching?

In 2023 these 5 established companies are looking for innovative startups to solve together relevant innovation issues. Learn more about the challenges by opening the call papers (button below the company logo):

Digital property management

communication tool
tendering process


Challenge description

Data Visualization

Drawing & Graphics
Models


Challenge description

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Optimization of travel planning

Customer Journey


Challenge description

Supply Chain Monitoring &

Circula Economy

Simple tools for practical use


Challenge description


înno up - the startup initiative of the Austrian Economic Chamber

The cooperation between established companies and startups is a successful model. With the new 'înno up' format, cooperations are actively initiated, thereby increasing innovative strength. In this way, both sides can learn and benefit from each other.

Startups are drivers and their innovations make a significant contribution to the development of new tools. The topic of sustainability and greening is often the focus here. After all, 63 percent of all startups make a contribution to sustainable development and are classified as green startups, as the Austrian Startup Monitor 2020 shows. In addition to specific innovation projects at existing companies, 'înno up' also gives companies access to sustainable solutions.

HARALD MAHRER Foto

Harald Mahrer, President of the Austrian Economic Chamber