Scale your Manufacturing Solution with Sixth Sense by Hexagon

Scaling Startups, Access to Global Distribution Network, Technology, Customers, Services, and Expert Coaching by Hexagon Deadline passed

Together with Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division, Get In The Ring is looking for scaling startups to join the Sixth Sense open innovation platform to accelerate smart and sustainable manufacturing solutions. The Sixth Sense program offers companies with different levels of maturity collaboration possibilities, coaching by industry experts, access to tech tools and access to the global Hexagon network of partners and customers.

In this third round of the Sixth Sense program, Hexagon is looking for scaling startups working on collaborative digital reality solutions and technology that support sustainable manufacturing processes.

Join the Sixth Sense open innovation platform and scale your business globally
Companies participating in this challenge will get the opportunity to scale their manufacturing solution together with Hexagon by getting access to:

    • Hexagon’s technology services, tools, data, hardware, and worldwide labs & office
    • Expert industry coaching and marketing support
    • Demo your technology at Hexagon offices, events and projects
    • Hexagon’s customer and partner network, and ultimately win a global distribution partnership

 

Who can apply?
The Sixth Sense platform is open for scaling startups with solutions that improve manufacturing processes. Hexagon is calling for ambitious innovators from around the world, and encourages ventures with a focus on sustainability and inclusivity to join the challenge! Read more about the specific technologies and solution directions below.

 

Why Hexagon?
Hexagon is powering dynamic companies that move the world. Their technologies are used to manufacture 90% of aircraft, 75% of smartphones and 95% of every automobiles produced worldwide. Startups joining the sixth sense program Will have the chance to advance their tech and products toward global commercialisation and lead the way for open innovation in smart manufacturing, solving complex problems for the industry.

 

Hexagon is on a mission to deliver an autonomous future that benefits people everywhere. The Sixth Sense platform is inviting the next generation of innovators to the table. They want to share their resources and make connections that accelerate progress – pushing the boundaries of design, manufacturing and engineering, and start to imagine a sustainable future for the benefit of everyone.

 

 

 

 

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The Challenge

Hexagon is looking for ambitious scaling startups that are working on collaborative digital reality solutions and technology that support sustainable manufacturing processes. For this third Sixth Sense challenge, Hexagon is seeking innovative solutions to improve the manufacturing space, particularly in the areas of Sustainable Manufacturing and Collaborative Digital Reality. 

 

SUSTAINABLE MANUFACTURING

Within the area of Sustainable Manufacturing, we are specifically interested in: Sustainable Product Design, LCA, Digital Passports, and Materials Design

COLLABORATIVE DIGITAL REALITY

Within the area of Collaborative Digital Reality, we are specifically interested in: Generative Design, Virtual Prototyping, Design Simulation, Non-Destructive Testing and Examination, and Plant Layout Optimization

What's in it for you

Startups

  • Scaling programme packed with workshops, coaching sessions and fire-side chats

  • Access to large customer base and global distribution channels

  • Marketing support and exposure in Hexagon's publications

  • Demo your solution at Hexagon offices, labs or events

  • Access to Hexagon's services, tools and data

  • Connect with industry experts and VC in the manufacturing ecosystems

Additional Criteria

  • Active in Manufacturing Sector

  • Proven Traction & Product-Market Fit

  • 1-10 Years in Existence

  • Ownership of Intellectual Property & Licenses (preferable)

Timeline

September 6th

Deadline to Apply


Applications are accepted and reviewed until this date.
September

Selection Interviews


Top candidates will be invited to an interview with Hexagon who will select the top startups to join the Sixth Sense program.
October-November

SIXTH SENSE PROGRAM


Intensive innovate-on-the-job scaling program to deliver a concrete project, supported by coaching, workshops and connections to Hexagon customers.

December 6th

Demo Day


Final pitch event where the winners will be announced.
Deadline passed

The deadline for this Challenge has passed, please check out our other Challenges