<p>The call for proposals specifically targets startups that use technology to make existing processes smarter, more efficient, and future-proof. There is also room for applications that incorporate data and artificial intelligence.</p><h1>Three Specific Challenges for Startups</h1><p>Startup Achterhoek highlights the following issues, among others:</p><ol style="list-style-type:decimal;"><li data-list-item-id="edabd94634e7b24ddf6d21f922a12edcf"><strong>Business Inspections:</strong> During business inspections, the fire department gathers a great deal of valuable information about risks and safety. How can smart technology help record observations more quickly and immediately translate them into actionable insights for better and more efficient fire safety?</li><li data-list-item-id="ef6174bc7e3950083136e48d2a846f624"><strong>Fire Safety Assessment of Construction Drawings: </strong>When reviewing construction drawings, fire safety experts verify whether plans comply with regulations. How can technology help conduct this assessment faster and more efficiently, so that risks are identified sooner and professionals can work more efficiently?</li><li data-list-item-id="e2a84e8ee0e8fec0de9b6b3bb7c59dfd1"><strong>Stormwater: </strong>How can we intelligently map where stormwater in rural areas is discharged into the pressure sewer system? The municipality of Oude IJsselstreek is seeking an innovative solution to prevent overloading of the sewer system.</li></ol><p>There are also challenges in the areas of reusing concrete elements, street safety, and building a resilient society. You can find all the challenges on the Startup Achterhoek website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://startupachterhoek.nl/challenges/">Challenges</a>. <strong>Please note: the deadline for registration is April 13 at 10:00 p.m.—make sure you sign up on time!</strong></p><h1>Access to Future Clients</h1><p>Startups selected for the Startup in Residence program will receive a grant of €10,000 for the pilot phase, along with the opportunity for a follow-up assignment. In addition, the program offers access to a valuable network of potential future clients.</p><h1>Opportunity to scale up</h1><p>Startup Achterhoek’s call for proposals demonstrates that the region is actively seeking new ways of working and producing. For startups focused on smart data solutions and AI, there’s a clear opportunity to make an impact.</p><p>Interested? Sign up via the Startup Achterhoek website: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://startupachterhoek.nl/challenges/">Challenges</a></p>

Startups Sought for Innovation Challenges in the Achterhoek Region