A Door to a Corporate World with Example of SAP.iO Foundry
Of course, there are various examples of successful collaborations between start-ups and corporates, motivated by one or more of the above aspects. After all the theory, we want to provide you with one remarkable example straight from the industry. Therefore, we have chosen the case of SAP.iO because of their innovative and successful strategy.
SAP.iO is designed to accelerate innovation and new business models for SAP. Therefore, SAP.iO is hosting accelerator programs located in strategic hubs all over the globe. It provides start-ups with access to mentorship, exposure to SAP technologies, and opportunities to meet and collaborate with SAP customers. The aim of the program is to install start-ups within SAP’s supply chain. This creates benefits on both sides: the start-ups are profiting from SAP’s distribution channels and SAP is able to enhance and expand their product portfolio through the innovative solutions of start-ups.