Q2Scale

Beneficiary & submission

The selection process is divided into three phases: Phase #1: Fill out the online application form. *A team of experts and partners will review your application on a rolling basis. This means that the earlier you apply, the earlier we can review your submission and invite you to an online meeting to discuss it further. Phase #2: Eligible applicants will be invited to a short online qualification interview (up to 45 minutes). Please note that you might be asked for a second interview if needed. Phase #3: The scoring committee will choose 8-12 eligible programme start-ups as described below. Assessment will be made by programme partners: EIT Global Outreach team and Q-Europe domain’s experts. The following elements will be taken into consideration in the assessment process: (a) Excellence, differentiation of the technology, and product maturity for real world validation (30 pts.) (b) Market and Impact (30 pts.)  (c) Quality and efficiency of the implementation (20 pts.)  (d) Motivation and Bootcamp fit (20 pts.)  (e) EU or Horizon Europe dimension (must) A total score of 100 pts. The start-ups with the highest scoring will be selected for the Bootcamp.

Further information

A tailor-made startup support programme, providing European top technologies in the Automotive, Energy, Supply Chain, and Sustainability sectors the opportunity to receive a full end-to-end package for market penetration and beta testing in a 2-month hybrid programme. Q2Scale focus is on real-world validation, strategically preparing and enhancing startups to scale into new global markets effectively, connecting with experienced mentors and technological experts, and providing the best guidance for a successful PoC process. https://go-eit.eu/q2scale-registration/