Innovations-
Beschleuniger BW
The Innovationsbeschleuniger BW promotes targeted collaboration between medium-sized companies from Baden-Württemberg and startups.
The Innovationsbeschleuniger BW project is funded by the Ministry of Economic Affairs, Skilled Crafts and Tourism Baden-Württemberg as part of the state campaign Start-up BW.
Why startup collaborations are especially relevant for SMEs
SMEs face growing innovation demands while internal departments are already stretched thin. Venture clienting opens up a structured way to bring in external solutions in a targeted way and address concrete business needs faster.
Focused problem-solving
Startups specialize in tackling a clearly defined problem with full focus. They work with a concrete product, an experienced team, and a strong bias toward execution. Venture clienting makes this way of working accessible to SMEs without permanently tying up internal resources.
Access to innovation without your own innovation infrastructure
What used to be reserved mainly for large corporates with their own innovation units is now practical for SMEs too. Venture clienting enables collaboration with startups through clear customer-supplier relationships — no equity stakes or long-term upfront investment required.
A structured approach with clear pilot logic
Clearly defined pilot projects and measurable results let you test new solutions in a controlled way. The Innovationsbeschleuniger BW provides a structured framework for getting to know venture clienting systematically and turning early experience into concrete applications.
A program for structured collaborations between Baden-Württemberg's SMEs and startups.
The Innovationsbeschleuniger BW is designed specifically for companies that want to test and implement innovation in a structured way.
Pilot
Access to market-ready startup solutions and the implementation of concrete proofs of concept with clear KPIs.
Structure
ekipa handles scouting, matching, and process management as a neutral external innovation unit — with a lighter resource load for companies.
Low-barrier entry
The program is publicly funded. Entry barriers are lowered, and commitment is built up step by step.
From a free first step
to a pilot.
The Innovationsbeschleuniger BW follows a proven venture clienting logic — from a free first step to the implementation of concrete pilot projects.
Personal 1:1
In a personal 1:1, companies get an introduction to venture clienting, reflect on their initial needs, and learn about the process, requirements, and terms — with no obligation.
Setup & Commitment
Together with ekipa, companies identify concrete business problems and prioritize relevant use cases. This forms the basis for an informed decision on program participation.
Scouting & Curated Matching
ekipa identifies and validates matching startups with market-ready solutions, handles the initial outreach to the startups, and organizes targeted 1:1 matches.
Pilot & Capability Building
Structured support for feasibility studies — so-called proofs of concept (PoCs) — piloted in a real company environment.
Your entry into the Innovationsbeschleuniger BW
The Innovationsbeschleuniger BW promotes targeted collaboration between medium-sized companies from Baden-Württemberg and startups.
Free entry
The personal 1:1 gives you an informed look at venture clienting and the program.
Commitment only at implementation
A modest own contribution only applies once you commit to the program after the entry phase.
Publicly funded & delivered by a neutral partner
The program is publicly funded and run operationally by ekipa as a neutral delivery partner.
Let's talk about your business needs.
One 1:1 is enough to find out whether the Innovationsbeschleuniger BW is a fit for your company and what getting started could look like. No obligation, no cost.
