Can you think of a
current business to business (B2B) problem or opportunity that could be solved,
at least in part, by using the most detailed, accurate and current location
data that’s available for Great Britain?
Does the idea of launching
your business, without incurring many of the typical overheads involved in
starting-up, sound appealing? If so, you may be interested in the Ordnance
Survey Developer Challenge 2014, a unique initiative we’ve launched in
partnership with TechHub - one of the
leading technology co-working communities in Great Britain.
Ordnance Survey is
looking for innovative ideas for a B2B, product, service or application that
uses Ordnance Survey geographic data at its core. The idea must hold the
potential to be profitable or bring cost-saving benefits for businesses.
The National
Mapping Authority will work in partnership with TechHub to offer the winner(s)
an enticing package that’s been designed to help get their idea off the ground.
As part of the prize, you’ll have free access to an extensive range of geographic
datasets and services to develop your start-up.
You’ll also be
able to tap in to 220 years’ worth of geospatial expertise, with access to
ongoing technical guidance and advice from Ordnance Survey, providing you with
the support you need to make full use of the datasets to unlock their full
potential.
Secondly, you’ll
also be rewarded a flex membership at the TechHub of your choice (London, Manchester
or Swansea) alongside a fully-tailored mentorship programme. The programme will
see TechHub deliver structured sessions around key topics such as: orientation;
legal necessities; sales and marketing; pitching – to name just a few.
Entries are now open
and will be accepted until midday on 28 February 2014; winners will then be
shortlisted and asked to pitch their ideas in front of a panel of judges on 28
March 2014.
Key dates and how to enter
28 February –
competition closes midday at 2014. Submit
your ideas now!
7 March –
shortlist invited to presentation day
28 March –
presentation day in London
4 April – winners
announced
Simply fill in this
form to submit your entry!
Questions? Email
us at: developerchallenge@ordnancesurvey.co.uk
See full terms
and conditions
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