After the second session of the Buyers Capacity Building Series, the third webinar is now open for registration. This webinar will focus on supplier relationship management Additionally, the first MatchMaking session will also take place, matching buyers and EIC Awardees.
Webinar: What to expect and how to manage collaboration with innovation suppliers + Matchmaking session
Date: 20 March 2025 at 10:00 to 12:00 CET
Format: Live webinar with Q&A
About the session:
Choosing the right innovation supplier is just the first step to promote innovation procurement. Successful procurement requires clear expectations, strong partnerships, and efficient management to drive impactful solutions. This session will explore the relationship management cycle with suppliers, guiding you towards effective collaboration and maximised results.
What’s in for you:
– Practical guidance on how to engage and collaborate effectively with innovation suppliers
– Defining clear expectations and managing risks in innovation projects
– Real-world examples of successful partnerships
– Live Q&A to address your specific concerns
The MatchMaking session:
After the webinar, the matchmaking session will take place. In a previous article, you can find here, we explained in detail the concept and what is expected for this session.
Buyers will present their unmet needs and EIC Awardees will have the opportunity to express their interest in collaboration with a particular buyer.
Who can join:
Public or private organizations seeking innovative solutions, as well as individuals and organizations interested in mastering innovation procurement and an European Innovation Council (EIC) Awardees scouting out public and private Buyers to pilot and showcase their solutions.
Agenda:
1. Webinar: What to expect and how to manage the collaboration with innovation suppliers-10:00CET
-EIC Innovation Procurement Programme | 5 min
-An Overview of InnoMatch Benefits for Buyers and EIC Awardees | Elena López, Ticbiomed – 5 min
-How to recruit Top-Notch Innovators. Keys to a successful collaboration with the innovator – Azra Atalan, CORVERS – 20 min
–Examples of successful partnerships | Azra Atalan, CORVERS – 10 min
–Q&A | 20 min
2. MatchMaking session – 11:00 CET
–Intro – Explaining the Matching Process | Thais Avellar Soares, F6S – 5 min
-Challenge Presentation | 30 min
- Buyers present their organisation
- Buyers present their unmet innovation need
-Expression of Interest | 15 min
- Time for the EIC Awardees to fill in the EoI after the Buyers’ presentation to offer a tailored solution
-Q&A | 5 min
Speakers:
Stay Tuned for More!
Dates for upcoming webinars will be announced soon.
Register and embark on your innovation procurement journey!
