What is i3?
i3 is an online platform that connects corporates with sustainable innovation, at scale. Corporates like EDF, GM, Saint-Gobain, Qualcomm, and GDF Suez rely on i3 to find, vet, and connect with start-ups, efficiently building and managing a pipeline of external innovation targets, documenting notes and feedback, collaborating with team members, and connecting directly with start-ups’ decision-makers. Start-ups create and manage their profiles in i3—for free—because it is the easiest, most cost-effective and efficient way to connect with corporates and grow their businesses.
Identify start-ups of strategic interest
Use i3’s proprietary taxonomy to easily identify strategic targets from thousands of start-ups innovating in your industry, then use this data to evaluate investment, partnership, and acquisition opportunities, at scale
Launch Campaigns to start-ups worldwide
Customize i3 Campaign application questions to suit your interests and needs (e.g, unique IP and technology, stage of development, partnership opportunities, and leadership team)
Collaborate and track discussions
Use i3’s Lists and Messaging functionality to house details and comments on specific targets in one place, then easily share notes and comments internally with colleagues and other business units
Connect directly with decision makers at your target
Scout a start-up in a specific technology area, and immediately reach out to and connect with that target’s leadership team