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Are you a startup with an innovative idea? Or an established company that is looking for an environment in which you can develop high-risk, innovative concepts? Then Software Factory could be for you.
How do we get the ball rolling?
The first step is to write a short project proposal and send it to us. We will evaluate your proposal and get back to you with feedback. See this page for a project proposal template.
What are the selection criteria?
Each proposal is evaluated first on its own and then compared to other available proposals for a final selection. When evaluating the proposal, we take into account:
- Partner commitment: is the project partner (you) prepared to spend enough time with the project team for the project to be successful?
- Scope: is the project scope reasonable for the project team to implement in the given time-frame?
- Focus: is the project focused enough to produce a tangible outcome?
- Technology: is the project based on current or emerging technology, or does it create completely new technology?
- Novelty factor: would the project produce something new that has not been done before?
- Related research: is the project aligned with current research efforts at Software Factory, or could new research directions be created in conjuction with this project?
- Contribution to ongoing research projects: does the project or its related research contribute to deliverables in ongoing research projects at Software Factory?
- Fun and interest: does the project have a potential to create a positive experience and keen interest for participants?
What if our project is selected?
If your project is selected, things will start to happen rapidly. You can expect seven weeks of intense work with a Software Factory team. Based on previous experience, your idea will receive a real-world litmus test – will it hold up in the realities of software development?
What if our proposal is not selected?
We get many interesting and excellent project proposals, and many are waiting in the pipeline. If your project was not selected at this time, we will let you know. It does not mean your proposal was bad – circumstances force us to make a selection. We encourage you to polish your proposal, perhaps making some more supporting material to highlight the most important ideas, and resubmit it for a future cycle. In some cases, we may refer you to our partner organisations who can help with taking your idea towards a business plan.
