Accelerate your solution with
cutting-edge connectivity,
business mentorship,
and collaborate with a powerful network.
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Open Innovation Program 2.0 powered by Vodafone Business offers startups and SMEs access to Vodafone’s cutting-edge infrastructure, business mentoring and opportunities to work with industry leaders.
Structured around a comprehensive 5-month journey, our goal is to help you develop your solution and expand your business with Vodafone and its partners.
Timeline
Open Call
Pre-Selection
Kick-Off
Pilot Development
Vodafone Innovation Day
Open Call
Nov 07th 2024 to Jan 10th 2025
Apply and show us how your solution can benefit from the program. We want to hear from you!
Pre Selection
Jan 13th to 24th 2025
We review applications and invite best candidates for a Q&A session to verify the fit with the program and clarify any doubts.
Kick-Off
Feb 3rd 2024
The innovators are selected and invited to to start the program. It’s time to connect with the team and kick-off pilot planning.
Mentoring Program
February to June 2025
Develop your solution with the support of Vodafone and its partners.
Vodafone Innovation Day
July 2025
End on a high note! Share your experience, tell everyone about your journey in the program and close this adventure in an event to remember.
Do we match?
We are looking for solutions built-up on the technologies below.
Whether you are an SME, startup, working in any market sector,
if you are related with any of these technologies, we want to hear from you!
Solutions we are looking for
Robotics
Drones
IoT Devices
AR/VR
Video
Analytics
Real-time
Data
Remote
Monitoring
Edge
Applications
Media
Creator
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What we offer you
AI and Predictive
Models
Edge Cloud
Computing
Network API
Developments
User Devices
(AV/VR, handsets)
Mobile
Connectivity
SW Development
and Integration
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What can we do together?
Pilots
To ensure that your product is a good fit for the program, your solution must also be from a startup or SME established in Portugal, Europe or from a participating country in the Digital European Programme – check the participating countries here.
Partners
Besides improving your product within Vodafone’s test bed and tools, its ecosystem is full of partners that are eager to connect with innovative solutions.
If your solution aligns with the areas mentioned above and you find it interesting to any of the partners, we’ll make sure that you discuss opportunities with them and test your solution in their environments.
What is in it for you?
5G TESTBED
Access Vodafone’s 5G testbed and tools at Boost Lab for advanced product testing and development.
MENTORSHIP
Guidance from experienced mentors and advisors in areas like sales, marketing, strategy, and technology to help scale your business.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Connect with corporate partners across multiple sectors, ready for pilot collaborations that could drive your solution forward.
BRAND VISIBILITY
Boost your visibility within Vodafone’s network, gaining market credibility and real-world validation.
KNOWLEDGE
Exclusive training opportunities through programs like VPL Academy, designed to enhance both your business and tech skills.
Alumni Testimonials
Team
João Ribas
Vodafone
Marisa Gomes
Vodafone
Gonçalo Silva
Vodafone
Filipa Pontes
Vodafone
Gema Brea
Ericsson
Luís Muchacho
Ericsson
Miguel Gomes
Capgemini
Filipa Grosso
Capgemini
Contact
Still have any questions?
Contact us at vodafoneboostlab@vodafone.com or visit website: www.vodafone.pt/boostlab.html