SAP.iO FOUNDRIES
The fastest way to start-up with SAP
Reinvent how businesses run by partnering with SAP to accelerate your growth through our zero-cost accelerators. Our team works with you to open doors to sales, technical, and marketing resources.
Ready to roll up your sleeves and drive impact in a few months?
Leverage our go-to-market & technical support to build a successful and enduring partnership with SAP
During your time in our accelerator, you can:
Expand Knowledge
Discuss best practices, ask questions, and get advice from leading experts through workshops, talks, and visits
Make Connections
Leverage our connections to access decision makers in the global venture capital community
Validate Solutions
Participate in exclusive account meetings, customer events, and webinars
Build Demand
Help create a well-defined sales strategy to reach customers
Increase Visibility
Drive awareness for your startup with enterprise customers through joint marketing activities
Work with our technical team to successfully navigate your integration:
Strategize Approach
Validate your integration scenario with sales, product management and pre-sales specialists
Launch Partnership
Apply for SAP PartnerEdge Build status
Secure Demo & Development Licenses
Easily secure demo & development licenses
Transfer Knowledge
Attend technical workshops on best practices for integration
Get Support & Go-Live
Get personalized help with development, certification and more
As a member of the SAP.iO Startup community, you get access to benefits such as:
Collaborative Workspaces
Free space to spread out and focus on building in our collaborative spaces around the world (Note: all spaces are closed due to COVID-19)
Discounts & Promotions
Special discounts to get you up and running quickly.
Talent Network
Access to top talent network for recruitment
Alumni Community
Be part of a community of hundreds of founders & stay connected to our team
Additional Programs
Be first in line to be considered for additional opportunities to scale in the future
Small input.
Big Output.
We’ve helped hundreds of startups launch relationships with SAP. Are you next?
Local Teams, Global Access
Our regional teams have built connections to help you drive growth in existing markets or expand into new markets. While our accelerators are open to startups from around the world, each accelerator is tailored to their local markets and you will primarily work with regional sales teams and customers.
San Francisco
This west coast city is the epicenter of global innovation and technology and is home to some of the most esteemed tech brands. Established in 2017, our San Francisco accelerator is located in the heart SOMA.
New York
New York is the capital of the global economy and a major commercial and cultural center in the US. Established in 2017, our New York accelerator is located in Hudson Yards.
Latin America
Latin America is the fastest growing region for private market investment and the perfect location to unlock innovation. Established in 2022, our Latin America accelerator is located in São Leopoldo, Brazil.
Berlin
The German capital offers a vibrant ecosystem for startups, academia, talents, and all businesses carrying innovation in its DNA. Our flagship accelerator is located in the heart of Mitte.
Munich
The capital of Bavaria is one of Europe’s leading technology clusters with its unique ecosystem of global players, startups, research, and talents. Our accelerator is located in the heart of the Nymphenburg neighborhood.
Paris
Paris is becoming the biggest startup hub in Europe with a vibrant ecosystem filled with world class talents, investors and companies. Our accelerator is located in Levallois-Perret with a 360 degree view of Paris.
Tel Aviv
As a global center for entrepreneurship and innovation, Tel Aviv is home to more tech startups per capita than any other city in the world! Our accelerator is located in the heart of the Sarona neighborhood.
Tokyo
As a global tech innovation hub, Tokyo is reinventing itself for a new wave of entrepreneurs. Our accelerator is located in SAP’s Experience Center in Ōtemachi.
Singapore
Southeast Asia’s very own “Silicon Valley” is a powerhouse for tech due to its innovation culture and business-friendly environment benefiting entrepreneurs. Our accelerator is located in Pasir Panjang together with SAP’s Asia Pacific & Japan Headquarters.
Bangalore
The startup hub of India is known for its dynamic ecosystem and large number of highly qualified engineers and entrepreneurs. Bangalore is starting to make a name for itself and is rising to become the next global startup paradise.
Shanghai
As an economic, financial, and trade hub in China, Shanghai has become one of the hottest startup centers. Our accelerator is located in SAP Labs in the Zhangjiang High-Tech Park in the Pudong New District.
What We Look For
To be considered for an accelerator program, your startup should:
1. Have a clear product-market fit for an enterprise software solution
2. Have secured VC funding
3. Have existing enterprise customers
4. Have resources in place to fully participate during the acceleration phase
5. Have sales and marketing resources to support your partnership with SAP
If you believe this program is for you, we encourage you to apply for acceleration.
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