Sustainable innovation

Cariplo Factory’s Sustainable Innovation is a strategic approach geared toward the long-term growth and sustainability of enterprises, startups and instructions. We provide innovation support services, from the development of new ideas to the creation of venture independent.

We take up the challenge of the Sustainable Development Goals, with a constant focus on the ecological transition and social footprint of projects according to the ESG framework. We promote the sustainable transition, integrating generative innovation processes in enterprises by generating value for all stakeholders.

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We provide innovation support services, from the development of new ideas to the creation of venture independent.

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Let us take up the challenge of the Sustainable Development Goals, with a constant focus on the ecological transition and social footprint of projects according to the ESG framework

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We foster the sustainable transition, integrating generative innovation processes in enterprises by generating value for all stakeholders

Startup
Acceleration

We realize acceleration programs for startups through direct financial support, facilitating scale-up and sustainability. We structure corporate accelerator programs tailor-made, corporate venture capital vehicles, and we support the direct management of a portfolio of startups.

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Acceleration programs

Horizontal or vertical acceleration programs
End-to-end management of the entire accelerator program, from set-up to post-program participation management.

Direct investment
Access to capital to support startups during the acceleration phase and 'follow-on' investments dedicated to the most promising startups.

Tailor-made programs:

Program set-up: based on business needs to achieve concrete results.

Scouting and selection: support to corporations in scouting activities so as to reach, select, and engage the most promising and ready startups.

Program management: Direct management of an accelerator program and/or support for the innovation team.

Corporate Venture Capital

CVC strategy development
Support in defining CVC goals in line with corporate strategy, identification of investment areas, development of key performance metrics to evaluate CVC success.

Creation of the structure and operating model
Support in identifying the legal and governance structure, studying the CVC financing model, defining the initial capital and how to renew or refinance the fund.

Research, scouting and due diligence of investment opportunities
Research and analyze market trends, assist in the due diligence process, and assist in negotiating investment terms and structuring deals.

Portfolio management
Active oversight of investments, reporting, and integration of startup technologies or products into the business environment to generate value.

ECOSYSTEM BUILDING

We design, we structure and implement innovation ecosystems that stimulate interdisciplinary collaboration, bringing together companies, startups, institutions and talent in an environment that fosters contamination and co-creation, to generate innovation and growth.

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Innovation Co-Design & ecosystem management

Ecosystem Design and Management
Design, development and management of physical and digital environments dedicated to innovation, designed to foster meetings and strategic partnerships and create conditions for the emergence of multi-stakeholder projects.

Advocacy and Networking
Promotion of advocacy initiatives to strengthen relationships within the ecosystem, facilitate networking among various actors and build a strong position in the relevant institutional context, nationally and internationally.

Development of Infrastructure for Innovation
Creation of collaborative spaces and equipped technology labs.

CORPORATE INNOVATION

We support companies in the Definition and implementation of innovation strategies, working alongside them every step of the way: from conception to market launch of new products and services. We develop practical and concrete solutions to ensure measurable results, integrating innovation into the processes companies and promoting a culture action-oriented business and real change.

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Strategies and positioning

Open Innovation Strategy
Defining strategies to integrate Open Innovation into business processes, fostering collaboration with startups, universities and other ecosystem players to accelerate corporate growth and competitiveness.

Open Innovation Program Design
Design of diversified Open Innovation programs tailored to meet the specific needs of the company.

Need Mapping & Trend Analysis
Detailed analysis of the market and emerging technologies to support informed strategic decisions, identifying growth opportunities and potential threats.

Innovation Positioning
Strategic marketing, communication and event services to position the company as a leader in innovation in its industry.

Culture and Intrapreneurship

Workshops and Training
Development and delivery of training tracks on innovative topics, with hands-on exercises and talks by experts, startups and VCs, to enhance team skills and stimulate new ideas.

Innovation Safari & Antenna Outpost
Organizing visits to innovation hubs to expose the team to global best practices and inspire disruptive solutions.

Intrapreneurship
Support internal employees in developing innovative ideas via design thinking and other methodological tools. Dissemination of content aimed at generating an enterprising environment.

From Idea to Venture Building

Corporate Venture Building
Development of new ventures ready to compete in the market based on ideas, with in-house intellectual property, technologies and resources.

Open Innovation Calls
Designing and launching Open Innovation calls to engage the global ecosystem and tap into innovative ideas and solutions for integration into the company.

Market & Tech Assessment
We assess technologies and markets to provide insights into innovative and competitive solutions aligned with business goals of sustainability and growth.

Tech Benchmarking
Comparative analysis of the most advanced technologies to identify effective solutions tailored to the company's specific needs.

Concept Development
Development and refinement of innovative ideas, developing structured concepts ready for market approach.

Hackathon
Organizing hackathons to accelerate the development of innovative solutions by engaging professionals, developers and designers in collaborative challenges.

MVP/POC - PMO
Project management skills to coordinate Minimum Viable Product (MVP) or Proof of Concept (PoC) development between startups and corporate, and accelerating time-to-market.

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Paolo Salza

Director, Innovation

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The team

Sustainable innovation

We have worked with:

Snam
Federated innovation Mind
ENI
ING
Fondo nazionale innovazione
Call4Startup Fincantieri

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