Our approach to innovation

We’re building the largest innovation ecosystem in the world. Find out more about our programs, locations, industries of expertise, and more.

How do our innovation programs work?

Defining the focus areas
We meet with our partners and they share with us their challenges and technology focus areas.
Calling for startups
Based on our partners’ needs, we call for applications and source startups globally.
Finding the top 10%
Our Ventures team does all the necessary due diligence and narrows it down to the best applicants.
Choosing startups for Selection Day
Our corporate partners collaboratively rank the startups and choose a final selection to present at Selection Day.
Kicking off the program
After a final round of voting, the selected startups enter a 12-week acceleration program.
Wrapping up the program
At the end of the program, they present the progress they’ve made in an Expo Day.

Check out our explainer videos

What is Plug and Play Tech Center? What is an Open Innovation Platform?
What does Open Innovation mean?
How do our Innovation Programs work?
What would a year working with Plug and Play look like?
How to get involved with us?
A Success Story
What is a Selection Day?
What is an Expo Day?
What is a Summit?
What is a Dealflow?
What is a Reverse Dealflow?
What is a Joint Dealflow?
What is a Deep Dive?
What is Playbook?

Our verticals

By working with the largest companies in the world, we get a bird’s-eye view of how innovation is impacting 20+ industries.

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Our locations

We’re headquartered in Silicon Valley, but our global reach is unique. We drive innovation in five continents and understand the nuances of each market.

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