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Stadt Zürich - Environment and Energy

Zürich is shaping a greener future with renewable energy, waste management, climate action, and nature conservation. Discover its path to sustainability.
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HAX Toolkit

The Microsoft HAX Toolkit offers practical tools and guidelines to help teams create user-friendly AI systems, emphasizing effective human-AI interaction.
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Y Combinator's Guide to Seed Fundraising

Y Combinator's comprehensive guide offers startup founders essential insights into raising a seed round, covering timing, financing options, and more.
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CLTV Calculation (Customer Lifetime Value)

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence - based Innovation: CLTV Calculation (Customer Lifetime Value)
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Online Advertisment (Ad-Campaign)

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence - based Innovation: Online Advertisment (Ad-Campaign)
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Wizard of Oz Prototype

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence - based Innovation: Wizard of Oz Prototype
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Payback Period Calclulation

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence - based Innovation: Payback Period Calclulation
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Landing Page (Waitlist)

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence - based Innovation: Landing Page (Waitlist)
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Personas

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence - based Innovation: Personas
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DIZH

DIZH strengthens cooperation among Zurich’s universities in digitalization and supports projects driving digital transformation.
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Pirate Metrics

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence - based Innovation: Pirate Metrics
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Rolex Award for Enterprise

The Rolex Awards for Enterprise empower visionaries tackling global challenges in science, environment, technology, and exploration.
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hello tomorrow

hello tomorrow connects visionary deep tech startups with investors, industry leaders, and experts to turn cutting-edge science into real-world impact.
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A/B Testing

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence - based Innovation: A/B Testing
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Pop-Up Store

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence-based Innovation: Pop-Up Store
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Problem-Solution Interviews

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence-based Innovation: Problem-Solution Interviews
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Collaboratio Helvetica

Collaboratio Helvetica fosters systemic change by providing co-creation spaces, learning programs, and cross-sector collaboration to tackle societal challenges.
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Simulations and Calculations (f.e. Monte Carlo Simulation)

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Simulations and Calculations (f.e. Monte Carlo Simulation)
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#herHACK

herHACK is Switzerland's largest female-led hackaton, fostering inclusivity and innovation by encouraging women's participation in technology.
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Early Stage Prototype

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence-based Innovation: Early Stage Prototype
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MVP Development & Feedback Gathering

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - MVP Development & Feedback Gathering
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Feasibility Study

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence - Feasibility Study
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Price Sensitiy Meter (V)

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence - Price Sensitiy Meter (V)
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Focus Groups

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence-based Innovation: Focus Groups
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Empathy Maps

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence - based Innovation: Empathy Maps
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Churn Rate Calculation

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence - based Innovation: Churn Rate Calculation
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Pre-Order

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence-based Innovation: Pre-Order
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HackZurich

HackZurich is Europe’s leading hackathon, bringing top tech talent together to build groundbreaking prototypes in just 40 hours.
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Strategy Canvas

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence-based Innovation: Strategy Canvas
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Letter of intent 

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence - Letter of intent 
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Supplier interviews

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence - Supplier interviews
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Contextual Inquiry

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Contextual Inquiry
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Beta Version

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence - based Innovation: Beta Version
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SWOT Analysis

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence-based Innovation: SWOT Analysis
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Competitive Analysis

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Competitive Analysis
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Intellectual Property/Patent Analysis

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Intellectual Property/Patent Analysis
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BOI - The Innovator's Toolbox

Explore Board of Innovation's extensive open-source toolbox, offering AI-powered resources for strategy, ideation, business modeling, and more to drive innovati
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FHNW - Swiss Sustainability Challenge

The Swiss Sustainability Challenge supporst students and young innovators in developing sustainable projects through coaching, workshops, and more.
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Traction Metrics

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence - based Innovation: Traction Metrics
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CAC Ratio Calculation

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence - based Innovation: CAC Ratio Calculation
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Crowdfunding

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence - based Innovation: Crowdfunding
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Netnography

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence-based Innovation: Netnography
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Ethnography

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence-based Innovation: Ethnography
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Expert Networks and Interviews

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence-based Innovation: Expert Networks and Interviews
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Conjoint Analysis

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence - based Innovation: Conjoint Analysis
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Customer Journey 

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Customer Journey 
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Picnic in the Graveyard

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Picnic in the Graveyard
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Explainer Video

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence - Explainer Video
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Extreme Users

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Extreme Users Method
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NPV Calculation

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence - based Innovation: NPV Calculation
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Jobs to be Done (JTBD)

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Jobs to be Done (JTBD)
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Search Trend Analysis

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Methods for Evidence - Search Trend Analysis
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Customer Support Analysis

ZHAW Product Market Fit Boost Ressources for Startups - Customer Support Analysis
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Swisscom Ventures

Swisscom Ventures invests in high-potential startups, providing capital, strategic support, and access to Swisscom’s network. From early-stage to growth funding
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SCE Academy

SCE Academy offers online courses to cultivate future skills and entrepreneurial mindsets, empowering learnes to cultivate their own paths.
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digital health center

The Digital Health Center in Bülach offers an incubation program where startups co-develop digital healthcare solutions with industry leaders.
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W.A. de Vigier Foundation

The W.A. de Vigier Foundation annually awards up to five Swiss startups with CHF 100,000 each, recognizing outstanding innovation and entrepreneurship.
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U Change

U Change supports Swiss university students in implementing sustainable development projects, fostering interdisciplinary skills and networking opportunities.
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EIT Climate-KIC

EIT Climate-KIC DACH accelerates climate-positive startups through funding, mentorship, and a powerful network—driving the transition to a net-zero economy by 2
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IFJ Institut für Jungunternehmen

IFJ supports 20,000 founders annually in Switzerland with consulting, courses, tools, and online services to help them successfully launch their businesses
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energy living lab

The Energy Living Lab Toolbox provides tools and methods to foster open innovation, based on the Living Lab Process (LLIP) and Design Thinking
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startupweekend

Startup Weekend Switzerland offers immersive 54-hour events where aspiring entrepreneurs can pitch ideas, form teams, and launch startups with expert mentorship
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startupticker

Startupticker.ch is Switzerland's independent online platform providing daily news, events, and resources for startups, entrepreneurs, and investors.
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SWITZERLAND INNOVATION PARK OST

Innovationspark Ost supports high-tech startups in healthcare, sensor technology, and digitalization with funding, consulting, and infrastructure.
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Swiss Ventures Group

Swiss Ventures Group is a privately financed venture platform in Switzerland, actively investing in early-stage startups and providing them with essential tools
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S2S Ventures

S2S Ventures is a student-run VC fund providing CHF 25,000 to student founders and offering hands-on investment experience to aspiring student investors.
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Gebert Rüf Stiftung

Gebert Rüf Stiftung supports impactful entrepreneurial projects to strengthen Switzerland as a leading business and living environment.
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IceCubator LAB

IceCubator LAB is a holistic enabler, incubator, and accelerator based in Baar, Switzerland, offering tailored support for early-stage startups.
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EO Accelerator

Join EO Accelerator Zürich to scale your business beyond CHF 1 million with structured learning, mentorship, and a supportive entrepreneurial community.
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DART

DART Ventures invests in early-stage Swiss and European startups, guiding them through a 12-month program to thrive in the US market with a focus on health and
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STARTUP CAMPUS

STARTUP CAMPUS supports Swiss entrepreneurs with training, events, and access to a vast network, fostering innovation and business growth.
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Law Clinic

Need legal guidance? The ZHAW Law Clinic provides free legal assistance for students, offering advice from law students under professional supervision.
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Speedinvest

Demistify essential investment terms with this guide tailored for startup founders. Learn about valuations, vesting, and more to navigagte funding rounds.
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slidebean

Explore Slidebean´s curated list of over 35 successful startup pitch deck examples, including templates from Airbnb, Uber, and Facebook.
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Launch Control

Launch Control offers comprehensive support for startups across all industries and regions, guiding them from inception to global growth.
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Winti Ventures

Winti Ventures connects startups with investors in Winterthur, offering funding, visibility, and networking opportunities to drive entrepreunerial success.
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Founderful

Founderful empowers Swiss university students to kickstart careers as tech founders and venture capitalists.
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Swiss Sustainability Challenge

Discover how the Swiss Sustainability Challenge supports young innovators in developing impactful sustainable projects.
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Runway Incubator

Runway Incubator supports tech and innovative startups with mentoring, office spaces, workshops, and partnerships at Technopark Winterthur.
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Tenity

Tenity supports fintech startups with funding, mentoring, and global networks while helping corporates drive innovation and growth.
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Axelra

Axerla, based in Zurich, accelerates early-stage tech ventures through strategic investments and hands-on expertise, driving innovation and growth.
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Atrinum

Atrinum Ventures offers Swiss entrepreneurs investment, consulting, and a hands-on approach to foster innovation, scale businesses, and achieve sustainable grow
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HASLERSTIFTUNG

The Hasler Foundation supports small ICT projects with up to CHF 50,000 in funding. Learn more about the criteria and application process.
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FONGIT

FONGIT in Geneva empowers tech startups with funding, coaching, and facilities to turn innovative ideas into sustainable businesses.
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BlueLion Incubator

BlueLion Incubator in Zurich supports pre-seed tech startups with tailored coachings, co-working spaces, and access to a vast network of experts and mentors
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ESA Business Incubator Centre Switzerland

ESA BIC Switzerland helps startups harness space technologies for innovative solutions. Benefit from funding, expert guidance, and a strong network.
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Brainforest

Brainforest accelerates ventures that regenerate and protect forests and biodiversity, offering entrepreneurs support through philanthropy, science, and more.
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Pionierpreis

The Pionierpreis honours Swiss deep-tech start-ups with CHF 100,000, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.
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The Circular Economy Incubator

The Circular Economy Incubator supports Swiss startups in developing solutions that accelerate the transition to a circular economy, offering mentorship …
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startups.ch

Startups.ch offers tailored services for entrepreneurs to start and manage their businesses in Switzerland, simplifying every step from formation to compliance.
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Zurich Innovation Championship

Join the Zurich Innovation Championship to collaborate with a leading insurer, gain funding, mentorship, and global market access to scale your startup.
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Business Tools

Business Tools is a Swiss non-profit offering practical one-day courses for small and medium-sized enterprises.
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DayOne

Discover DayOne Accelerator´s tailored programs in digital health and medtech, supportung startups with expert mentorship, funding, and industry networks.
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Tech4Eva

Tech4Eva is a 6-month equity-free accelarator supporting startups developing innovative women's health solutions, managed by EPFL Innovation Park Foundation.
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Swiss EdTech Collider

The Swiss EdTech Collider supports EdTech entrepreneurs with co-working spaces, networking, and resources to drive digital tranformation in education.
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The Rocket Foundation

The Rocket Foundation supports visionaries with mentoring, fundraising, and coaching to amplify their societal impact.
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gruenden.ch

Your go-to resource for information, support, and guidance on starting a business in Switzerland, provided by the Canton of Zurich.
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SessionLab

Explore 64 idea generation techniques to boost creativity and innovation in your workshops, meetings, or training sessions.
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Swiss Post Ventures

Swiss Post Ventures supports startups with funding, partnerships, and innovation projects, driving growth and collaboration in Switzerland and beyond.
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Migros Pionierfonds - From 0 to 100

"From 0 to 100" by Migros Pioneer Fund supports changemakers building a better future, offering resources, tools, and a collaborative community.
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