Logistics and Warehousing Focused Startups Wanted for Wincanton Innovation Lab
by Startacus Admin
Does (or could) your tech startup offer innovative solutions for the logistics sector? The third edition of Wincanton's innovation programme W² Labs is now open for entries...
From robotic automation, demand forecasting, through to people and process planning, Wincanton, the UK’s largest third-party logistics provider, has launched the third edition of W2 Labs - an innovation lab designed to discover emerging innovative ideas and tackle some of the logistics' industry’s toughest challenges.
Working in partnership with corporate innovation specialists L Marks, this edition of W²Labs is looking for startups who can introduce ideas that have the potential to revolutionise modern-day fulfilment/warehousing. In particular they are looking for startups who can offer innovative solutions in these key areas:
- Dark Store - early stage businesses with technologies which have the potential to revolutionise modern day fulfilment, including but not limited to robotic automation, demand forecasting or people and process planning
- People - solutions to help people become the best they can be, create a positive culture of recognition and make them feel truly valued, while at the same time keeping them safe at work
- Open Season - innovative new technologies and different approaches that can be done for Wincanton, their people and their customers
In return, the equity-free programme will offer startups:
- The opportunity to test their product or service in a live customer environment
- First-class mentorship from experienced subject matter experts
- Potential to pitch for investment with both Wincanton and L Marks
Further info and details of what this fab 10-week programme offers are on the W² Labs site where you can also check out some of the startups that participated in previous cohorts. Applications are now open and will remain open until 23:59 BST on 18th October.
Best of luck to all who apply!
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