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          Solve challenges by leading companies

          ESG Healthcare Open Innovation Challenge

          The onset of COVID-19 has tested global healthcare systems. As we move forward in the COVID era, we need to innovate and revolutionise healthcare.
          Enterprise Singapore, in collaboration with Singapore’s leading healthcare providers, welcomes local and international industry players to participate in the Healthcare Open Innovation Challenge to transform healthcare delivery in Singapore.
          Successful participants stand to receive grant funding and the chance to co-develop, testbed and deploy your solutions with our healthcare providers!

           

          Join the Info Session on Tuesday, 1 December, to learn more! Register here!

           

          FIND OUT MORE:

           

          https://healthcarechallenge.sg

          2020 Thematic Problem Statement Call for Innovative Technologies to Enable Safety and Productivity of Intelligent Estates Facilities

          Co innovate with us!


          Our next thematic call will be Innovations to Enhance Safety and Operations of Intelligent Estates. We will be presenting a collection of problem statements from industry champions like CapitaLand and GeoWorks We wish to select one or more technology solution provider(s) per subject to address the problem statements holistically. These solutions should be sustainable
          and scalable.

           

          All technology solution providers are welcomed to rise and meet the challenges. Successful companies will have the opportunity to execute pilots with respective industry champions and be supported by grants from iMDA and ESG.

           

          FIND OUT MORE:

           

          https://airmaker.sg/seeking-solution

          Singapore Discovery Start-up Innovation Challenge (SDCSIC)

          To catalyse innovative technology adoption

          The inaugural Singapore Discovery Centre Start-up Innovation Challenge was organised as a platform to support innovation as part of the Singapore Story and is calling for collaboration with local start-ups on proof-of-concepts solutions that could deliver better engaging edutaining experiences for visitors in Singapore Discovery Centre.

           

          Through the challenge, we aim to identify and work with high potential start-up companies with emerging technologies which can open up new possibilities, fuel original innovations and technology adoption in the areas of Immersive Experiences, Smart Spaces and Sustainability for Singapore Discovery Centre.

           

          Winners of the challenge will get funding support by Singapore Discovery Centre for the prototype development of the solutions. There will also be additional opportunities to showcase their winning solution at Singapore Discovery Centre for exposure and potential technology adoption in the industry.

           

          View the Briefing Session recording here!

           

          Download the Briefing Session slide deck here!

           

          Apply here: https://www.sdcsic.com

        • Join the National Innovation Challenges (NIC) before submission closes!

          The National Innovation Challenges (NIC) are back with a brand-new set of challenges that seek to develop nationwide solutions in e-commerce, environmental services, built environment and aviation. With up to S$2,000,000 in co-funding support for eligible enterprises, the NIC seeks to fast-track solutions from prototype, deployment to adoption.

           

          With over 200 proposals submitted in our inaugural launch, the National Innovation Challenges (NIC) are back with a brand-new set of challenge statements that seek to develop nationwide solutions across different industries.

           

          Bring your innovative solutions to life with leading industry players such as Singpost, Ninja Van, SATS, Capitaland and NTUC Club.

           

          Now live, the NIC includes challenges from the E-Commerce Supply Chain Challenge (ESCC), Environmental Services IoT Challenge, and IMDA Open Innovation Challenges.

           

          FIND OUT MORE:

           

          https://www.openinnovationnetwork.sg/national-innovation-challenges                

           

          Energy Open Innovation Challenge 2020

          Inviting startups and SMEs from across the globe - the Energy Open Innovation Challenge, organised by Enterprise Singapore in association with energy company partners, government agencies, and innovators, is now open for applications with up to S$1 million of grant funding support for product development and 4 x S$25,000 in Startup SG grant prizes to be won!

           

          Participate today with your pitch deck!

           

          Challenge Owner(s) / Problem Owner(s) – Corporates who are providing the problem statements: Chevron, ConocoPhillips, ExxonMobil, Shell

           

          Challenge Dates (Open and closing dates): 

          Opening on 02/09/2020, closing on 06/11/2020

           

          FIND OUT MORE:

           

          https://energy.innovation-challenge.sg/en/challenges/energy-2020

          The National Innovation Challenges are NOW LIVE

          The National Innovation Challenges (NIC) harness Singapore’s innovation capabilities to help businesses adapt to the New Normal.

           

          Enterprise Singapore, the Infocomm Media Development Authority and the National Research Foundation have set aside S$40 million to launch a new series of National Innovation Challenges (NIC).

          As Covid-19 continues to disrupt the economy, enterprises must adapt and respond rapidly to the evolving needs of the marketplace.

           

          The NIC will accelerate the development and deployment of industry-led innovative solutions to help companies address immediate needs for safe reopening, as well as mid- and long-term sector challenges, to ultimately emerge stronger in the post-COVID world.

           

          If you have got an innovative idea and are looking to make a difference, we invite you to access our challenge statements and send in a proposal via the links below.

           

          FIND OUT MORE:

           

          https://www.openinnovationnetwork.sg/national-innovation-challenges/

          Problem Statement 1: Odor Sensing

           

          Problem Statement 2: Stress Detection by Human Skin-Gas Sensing

           

          Panasonic R&D Center Singapore (PRDCSG) is a core tech development hub primed to transform technologies into real applications for global advancement and new possibilities.

           

          Apply here: panasonic-dtic.com

          Challenge Statement 1: Neighbourhood Communities

          - How can we enhance trust and reliance within the neighbourhood communities so as to promote a culture of giving and support, especially for the vulnerable families, by the community for the community?

           

          Challenge Statement 2: Migrant Workers Access

          - How might we reduce the barrier for migrant workers to gain access to healthcare services, food, shelter, information, and rights independently so that they are aware of the help available and can ask and receive help?

           

          Challenge Statement 3: Food Rescue

          - How might we leverage digital solutions to create a food rescue or repurpose ecosystem, made up of the food industry, charities, and supporting industry to minimise food wastage in Singapore?

           

          Challenge Statement 4: Supply Chain Resources

          - How might we transform the supply chain into more adaptive, sustainable business models that also meet the demands of societal needs in deeper public-private partnerships?

           

          Challenge Statement 5: Workforce Optimisation

          - How can we leverage digital and other complementary technologies to optimise our workforce and business operations across different locations and countries to support segregation, testing and isolation requirements, ensuring workforce safety while minimising businesses disruption and cost?

           

          Challenge Statement 6: Community Engagement

          - How might we bring all stakeholders onto a single platform to offer sponsored resources and incentivise their communities for a better match of skills-based volunteering, so as to ensure accountability of sponsored recourse and deliver socially responsible activities together?

           

          The Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) leads Singapore's digital transformation with Infocomm media. An initiative of IMDA, the Open Innovation Platform (OIP) is a virtual crowd-sourcing platform that bridges real business challenges and opportunities for enterprises to tech firms.

          Category 1: Sustainability

          - Predicting virus outbreak with machine learning

          - Analysing and predicting pollution levels

           

          Category 2: Learning and Development

          - Providing opportunities for foresign domestic workers to develop their tech skills via mobile phones ' VR systems

           

          Category 3: Automation

          - Managing inventory based on Machine Learning

          - Automating waste separation with visual recognition

           

          Category 4: Security

          - Improving woman's physical security thorough IOT solutions

          - Preventing the trade of endangered species through online monitoring

           

           

          AWS Hackdays Online 2020 - Singapore This year, builders have the opportunity to shape the future of South-East Asia's digitalization by bringing new solutions around today's industry challenges: Sustainability, Learning & Development, Automation and Security. Join today for a chance to win 20,000 USD Cash!

          Problem Statement 1: Safe and Efficient Tree-pruning System

           

          Problem Statement 2: Reducing Water Wastage When Cleaning Water Storage Tanks of Residential Estates

           

          Managing over 700,000 HDB residential units, 9,000 retail and shop units, 6,500 market and food centre stalls, and 400,000 vehicle parking lots, EM Services has established a strong track record in the management of townships and properties across Singapore.

          Problem Statement 1: Non-invasive Solution to Evaluate the Energy Efficiency Potential of Commercial Buildings

           

          Driven to deliver real impact, ENGIE Factory build, scale and invest in startups and individual founders who share the mission to accelerate the transition to zero carbon. Through ENGIE’s global presence in over 70 countries, we can provide a unique competitive advantage to the startups we build and partner with.

          Problem Statement 1: Reducing Water Consumption and Detergent Usage for Dishwasher and Washing Machine

           

          Problem Statement 2: Green Alternatives or Solutions to Reduce Carbon Footprint of Refrigerators and Air-conditioners

           

          Haier Group is a global leading provider of better-life solutions. In the era of the Internet and the Internet of Things, Haier transformed from a traditional manufacturing enterprise into a co-creating and win-win IoT community-driven ecosystem, launching the first IoT ecosystem brand in the world.

          Problem Statement 1: Reducing Reliance on Traditional Concrete Constituents for New Buildings

           

          Problem Statement 2: Reducing Ambient Temperature Around HDB Estates

           

          The Housing & Development Board (HDB) is Singapore's public housing authority. We plan and develop Singapore's housing estates; building homes and transforming towns to create a quality living environment for all. We provide various commercial, recreational, and social amenities in our towns for our residents’ convenience.

          Problem Statement 1: Safe and Environmentally-friendly On-site Industrial and Commercial Solid Waste (ICW) Treatment Solution

           

          Problem Statement 2: Enabling Prescriptive/Predictive Maintenance as well as Continuous Optimisation of Air-conditioning System

           

          JTC Corporation (JTC) is the lead agency in Singapore to spearhead the planning, promotion and development of a dynamic industrial landscape. Since its inception in 1968, JTC has played a major role in Singapore's economic development journey by developing land and space to support the transformation of industries and create quality jobs.

          Problem Statement 1: Towards a Zero Waste Resort

           

          Problem Statement 2: Towards a Zero Waste Hotel

           

          National Environment Agency (NEA) is the leading public organisation responsible for ensuring a clean and green environment, and the sustainable development of Singapore. Its key roles are to protect Singapore's resources from pollution, maintain a high level of public health and provide timely meteorological information.

          Problem Statement 1: Autonomous Solution to Sort and Recover Recyclable Waste Materials at Sembcorp’s Material Recovery Facilities (MRF)

           

          Problem Statement 2: Mobile Application to Show the Location and Availability of Electric Vehicle (EV) Chargers with Online Payment Capability

           

          Sembcorp Industries is a leading energy, marine and urban development group, operating across multiple markets worldwide. With a strong track record in developing and developed markets, we provide solutions across the energy and utilities value chain, with a focus on the Gas & Power, Renewables & Environment, and Merchant & Retail sectors.

          Problem Statement 1: Economical and Energy Efficient Solution to Control Automated Storage Retrieval System (ASRS) Temperature and Humidity Levels

           

          YCH is Singapore’s largest home-grown supply chain solutions company and leading regional supply chain management partner to many of the world’s leading brands across Asia Pacific.

          Problem Statement 1: How might we use AI to better predict when the next engine/machine fault is likely to happen?
           

          Problem Statement 2: How might we use AI to improve the inspection of facility or equipment which could be hard to reach or unsafe for humans?

           

          Problem Statement 3: How might we use AI to improve tracking of shipment and simulate the actual movement of goods from manufacturer to consumer?

           

          The Advanced Remanufacturing and Technology Centre (ARTC) is a contemporary platform built upon strong public-private partnerships to translate research to industry applications. It is led by the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), in partnership with the Nanyang Technological University (NTU).

        • FAQs

          What are the benefits of solving these corporate problem statements?

          You gain the opportunity to test, demonstrate and validate your solution. In addition, you may be provided with funding to develop your POC/prototype, with support on scaling and global expansion to new markets.

          I am an overseas startup. Can I apply and do I need to fly into Singapore if selected?

          All international startups with a prototype/working product can apply. For startups selected to meet the key stakeholders, we highly recommend a face-to-face meetup. Hence, startups may need to arrange their own flights. There will not be any payment from ACE or the corporate for any travel-related costs. A video conference may still be arranged if required.

          How will my solution be evaluated by the corporates?

          1. Solution Fit
            • To what extent does the proposed solution address the problem statement effectively?
          2. Solution Readiness
            • How ready is the proposed solution to go to the market?
            • Is there any evidence to suggest the capacity to scale?
          3. Solution Advantage
            • Is the solution truly innovative, does it make use of new technologies in the market, and can it potentially generate new IP?
          4. Company Profile
            • Does the product have user and revenue traction?
            • Do the team members possess strong scientific/technical background?

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