Technology Alliances at Slush 2018

As the tech industry goes through fast paced disruption, it is highly imperative that organizations continue to remain on top of emerging technologies. Areas like AI, IOT, AR/VR, Block chain and others are witnessing increased momentum and companies are investing in partnerships that are going to be critical in a heavily automated future. It is clear that Business models are unlikely to be sustainable without changes - sometimes evolutionary, sometimes revolutionary. As organizations alter existing models, Innovation & Entrepreneurship remain fundamental to enable these shifts.

At NASSCOM, we have classified the Nordics region as an innovative hub for future tech and design various platforms that enable our members build technology alliances that can range from a Direct acquisition, Acqui-hire, Product trail & usage, Co-development & RnD, Licensing, Go-to market and Strategic investment.

This year we will participate at Slush Helsinki, one of world’s leading startup event for founders and more importantly for Enterprise and Investors willing to leverage some of the coolest technologies and solutions for businesses. The event is expected to host 600-700 Scale up-Startups having consistent business traction, 2000 early stage startups, 1600 Investors & Enterprises and 600 Journalists.

The three day program organized in partnership with Embassy of India, Helsinki Business Hub, Business Finland and Business Sweden. NASSCOM delegation will comprise of Mid & Large enterprises and focus on intense B2Bs with pre-identified Scale up - startups who and are positioned correctly to partner with service providers.

In order to handpick the most relevant Scale up –startups, it is important for us to know your requirements in detail ie Technologies of interest such as IOT Industrial/ Consumer, Big Data, Analytics, AR/VR, Connected cars, AI, RPA, Domains of Interest, Type of collaboration etc.

Who should Attend?

• CTOs
• CIOs
• Innovation Officers
• Digital Transformation Leaders
• Strategy Office
• Partnerships & Acquisition team
• Venture arm

As we share more information in days to come, this mail is to give a heads up and register your primary interest in the program.

Additional Information:

• Tickets: There are limited number of tickets available. Hence you are requested to decide on your participation quickly.
• B2Bs: The sooner we receive your wish list, better will we be able to deliver.
• Visa Support: Visa to be obtained by companies themselves. NASSCOM will provide Supporting documents.
• Accommodation: Finding hotels in Helsinki may be difficult during Slush. NASSCOM has blocked some rooms and if you wish to check these options, please let us know. You are requested to decide on your participation quickly.