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Open innovation

Brain Open: your startup connected to the Algar ecosystem.

Our open innovation program brings partner ecosystems the challenge of solving relevant pain points for Algar’s clients.

How the connection happens

We look for innovative, scalable and accessible solutions to build connections and business partnerships. We value startups that are flexible in design and business model, with solutions already tested in the market.

Your startup
Brain
Algar
Clients
Diagram: the startup connects to Brain, which brings it closer to Algar and the group’s clients.

What your startup gets

  • Mentoring

    With executives from Brain, Algar and partners.

  • Scale

    Access to Algar’s client base, in line with Brazil’s data protection law (LGPD).

  • Sales force

    Algar’s sales team speeds up your go-to-market.

  • Agile and Lean methods

    A business case developed together with Brain.

  • New business

    A boost to development and the possibility of investment in POCs in Brazil.

  • Ecosystem

    Connection with our network of innovation partners.

Open innovation in numbers

startups assessed
1,700+
startups in development
132
startups with launched products
23

Who can take part

  • Startups with customizable solutions, in traction stage and with active clients.
  • Technology companies in the challenge’s target areas.
  • Products validated in the program’s target areas.
  • Business models with recurring revenue.
  • Availability to join the program’s activities.

How the journey works

  • Free registration, following the open call for each challenge.
  • A remote journey, with video calls and email contact.

Partner ecosystem

  • Órbi Conecta
  • FIEMG Lab
  • ACATE
  • Parque Tecnológico da Bahia
  • Zendesk for Startups
  • Softex Pernambuco
  • UFU
  • IEBT Innovation
  • Porto Digital
  • Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub
  • InovAtiva Brasil
  • BNDES Garagem
  • MEI — Mobilização Empresarial pela Inovação

Partner ecosystem

  • ACIUB
  • Inatel
  • ApexBrasil
  • Amcham Brasil
  • Universidade Federal de Pernambuco
  • Alura
  • 100 Open Startups
  • World Trade Center Montevideo
  • UberHub
  • Biominas Brasil
  • Dell Technologies
  • Manguez.al

Partner ecosystem

Recognition

Awards Algar received with the support of Brain’s innovation initiatives.

  • TOP 10 Ranking Open Corps trophy
  • 100+ Inovadoras 2022 trophy
  • Startup Awards trophy
  • Valor Inovação Brasil 2023 award trophy
  • Tele.Síntese Yearbook trophy
  • AEVO Intrapreneurship Award

Frequently asked questions

Does your company want to open its doors to startups?

We design tailor-made open innovation programs: startup calls aligned with your company’s strategic theses, with scouting and matchmaking.

Any questions?

Talk to our startup team. The conversation continues on WhatsApp.