Find the right partner for your next innovation project
Your first challenge is always free
A great network for even greater results.
Discover the most suitable innovation solutions for your company through Innovation Match’s Innovation Challenges. We support entrepreneurs and decision makers in identifying verified technology partners, ready to address concrete needs related to growth, digitalization, and process efficiency.
We start from your project: we collect objectives, constraints, and priorities, and share them anonymously with our network of innovative companies. We select only truly relevant partners and organize focused demos and targeted discussions, allowing you to evaluate approaches and solutions in a structured and comparable way.
Whether you are working on a technology innovation project, process optimization, or the development of new digital initiatives, our Innovation Challenges help you reduce scouting time, avoid unnecessary dispersion, and make more informed decisions.
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Create the challege
Define a challenge for which you need external providers (e.g., technology development, AI solutions, etc.)
Select the companies
We shortlist up to 5 innovative companies interested in developing your project.
Meet Innovators
Connect with top innovators and explore tailored solutions to accelerate your project.
Create now your Innovation Challenge
Start your challenge now by filling out this form and submitting your innovation project. Our team of Innovation Consultants will contact you for project validation and to initiate scouting activities. The service is free for companies looking for innovative solutions in the market.
Book a Call
If you prefer, we can discuss your project in an introductory call.
Designed For Managers Who Trust In Innovation
Innovation
Head of Innovation, Digital Transformation Officers, Head of Digital.
Marketing & Sales
CMO, Marketing Directors & Managers, Marketing Agencies Directors.
Human resources
CHRO, HR Directors & Managers, Recruiting Agencies Directors.
IT & Tech
CIO, CTO, IT Managers & Directors.
TOP Management
CEO, COO, CFO, General Managers.
R&D
R&D Manager, Project & Product Managers
Frequently Asked Questions
An Innovation Challenge is a structured process through which companies define a specific innovation need and invite innovative businesses, startups, and technology providers to propose solutions. This approach allows companies to explore cutting-edge technologies, new business models, and disruptive innovations tailored to their needs. By launching an Innovation Challenge, companies gain access to a curated selection of innovative players, reducing time and effort in scouting and validating new solutions.
Any company looking for innovative solutions to enhance its business can create an Innovation Challenge. This includes corporations, SMEs, and organizations seeking technological advancements, new market opportunities, or improvements in their operations through collaboration with external innovators.
Innovation Challenges can be initiated and managed by different company functions, including:
Innovation: Head of Innovation, Digital Transformation Officers, Head of Digital.
Marketing: CMO, Marketing Directors and Managers, Directors of Marketing Agencies.
Human Resources: CHRO, HR Directors and Managers, Directors of Recruitment Agencies.
IT & Tech: CIO, CTO, IT Managers & Directors.
Top Management: CEO, COO, CFO, General Managers.
Sales: CCO, Sales Managers & Directors.
Innovative companies are carefully selected through the Innovation Match platform. Based on the brief provided by the company launching the challenge, our platform identifies and shortlists the most relevant startups and technology providers. The selected companies are then introduced through introductory video calls, allowing direct interaction and evaluation before proceeding further.
Yes, it is possible to publish an Innovation Challenge anonymously. This option ensures that companies can explore innovation opportunities discreetly, without disclosing their identity publicly. The challenge details will be shared with potential solution providers without revealing the name of the company behind it, allowing for a confidential yet effective scouting process.
To launch an Innovation Challenge, the following information is required:
Application area: The industry or business function where the innovation is needed.
Budget: The allocated financial resources for implementing the innovative solution.
Implementation timeline: The expected timeframe for executing the project.
Project description: A detailed explanation of the innovation need, objectives, and any specific requirements.
Providing these details ensures a precise and efficient matching process, connecting your company with the best-suited innovation partners.