Business Model innovation in Mobility as a Service

WHAT WILL WE DO?

In the Mobility Lab of Comtrade Digital Services, we are looking at the possibilities of future Urban Mobility solutions on a daily basis. The current model of private car ownership is inappropriate and unsustainable for fulfilling people's mobility needs. Congestions and pollution problems are evidence that the current mobility system is not scalable and suitable for modern and future cities.

So, we asked ourselves: “How can we combat urban congestion? Why isn't our streamlined, digitally-driven, efficient, fully sustainable mobility system already a reality?”

This is something we want to explore together with you in our BUSINESS HACKATHON!

We will focus on the business models of the so-called Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS). It is becoming increasingly clear that the vision of a holistic mobility service ecosystem depends on the business model innovations of all stakeholders. The ecosystem needs to include new entrants next to established players like OEMs and public transit companies whilst ensuring stable revenue for all of them – and move the entire business model system to the digital level in the form of a digital API economy. There is no solution yet to achieve this desired outcome. And this is exactly the challenge we will focus on during the hackathon.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

At Comtrade Digital Services' Mobility Lab we are looking for smart and motivated people who share our passion for Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS) and who want to actively drive the change in our world. We are gathering an international group of innovative »smarties« to create something big!  

So, if you’ve always wanted to be on the cutting edge of innovation, have some brilliant ideas about connecting different mobility stakeholders into a sustainable, digital ecosystem, and want to expand your network in the area of Mobility-as-a-Service and meet Maas thought leaders, you are exactly the person we are looking for to join the Hackathon! You should join us if you...

• have hands-on experience in the field of Mobility Services
• keep tabs on every sign of forward motion in the field of transportation
• are also motivated to create a great new business model
• trust your gut and just know you can innovate in an already innovative ecosystem
• only focus on driving Mobility forward, faster!

The Business Hackathon will help you expand your knowledge and network while giving you the opportunity to give your ideas a boost in a single weekend!

If you are passionate about Mobility, please apply even if you don't match the description.

AGENDA

FRIDAY, 9 JUNE
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.: Kick-off with the introduction of the hottest current topics in the mobility world, including Blockchain technology, business model transformation and trends.

Our speakers

Prof. Dr. Andreas Knie, InnoZ
Thomas Zeinzinger, Blockchain Hub
Josep Laborda, RACC Automóvil Club

9:00 p.m. - midnight: Introductory party  

SATURDAY, 10 JUNE – SUNDAY, 11 JUNE

Saturday 9:00 a.m. – Sunday 2:00 p.m.: Teamwork + Energy (drinks) + Innovate and create business model solutions for the digital Mobility-as-a-Service ecosystem. 

Our mentors

Marko Javornik, VP/GM Mobility & Travel at Comtrade Digital Services
Gui Bulaty, COO at Travelcar

Sunday 2:00 p.m.: Pitches + Winner announcement

Our Jury

Paul Kompfner, Senior Adviser, Urban Mobility & MaaS at Ertico (MaaS Alliance)
Alex Hofmann, Deputy Editor-in-Chief at Gründerzene

The Prizes

The winning team will be invited to see Comtrade Digital Services' Mobility Lab in action during a weekend in Ljubljana, experiencing our vision of future Mobility and more. 

The three best performing teams will get the opportunity to pitch their ideas to the MaaS Alliance, the global leading organization for establishing Mobility Services. 

Food and drinks are provided by us and there is no participation fee. 
Just bring your CREATIVE mind and your own laptop.

HACKATHON RULES

Team Size
You don't need to worry about forming teams. If you are joining alone, we will find a suitable team for you. Pre-formed teams (3-4 people) are welcome but not necessary.

Pitch Your Hack
On Sunday, every team will have 5-10 minutes for their presentation and one minute for Q&A with the judges.

If you have any further questions, please contact Marie Kress at marie.kress@comtrade.com See also our Offical Hackathon page and check who we are. :) 

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