Aterion Innovation Challenge
True innovation creates change and impact—addressing real needs and challenges.
Simplicity and Usability
Good innovation is user-friendly. Make creations accessible, comprehensible and useable for all to make it as accessible and influential as possible.
Sustainability and Responsibility
The technology should lead to a better world. Responsible design is also environmentally and socially conscious – looking for recyclable materials, energy efficiency and ethical processes that reduce the harm.
Scalability and Reach
Innovation must be feasible and have high potential, capable of responding to changing needs and operating in a range of environment.
Quick Recap:
The 2024 Challenge Season
Participants addressed the 17 SDGs to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure peace and prosperity by 2030, targeting critical areas like quality education, clean energy, climate action, and reducing inequalities worldwide.
2025 Participant Guide
Creativity through Innovative Thinking and Ideation
Actionable concepts start within
Start by doing open brainstorming and exploration that allows you to go outside of the box and look for unique opportunities for creative solutions.
Tip: Don’t be afraid to ask the hard questions. Sometimes the most valuable discoveries happen in "what if" scenarios that nobody wants to think of.
Market Research and Developmental Analysis
Discover trends that are pertinent
Research informs each and every project successfully, backing concept with real-life data, consumer insights, and industry trends that give purpose and potential.
Tip: Focus on what makes your solution different. Find the competitive edge that makes your project stand out among the rest.
Realization through Prototyping and Iterative Testing
Validate ideas with actual MVPs
Through testing and refining over time, turn concepts into practical solutions, bettering design and function.
Tip: Keep your mind willing to receive feedback, even if that requires making changes in the grand scheme of things.
Final Step, Storytelling and Persuasive Pitching
Your process from start to finish
Explain your product and how it addresses a pressing issue. Show what you learned and why you persevered.
Tip: The more memorable and interesting your story, the greater the impression on your listeners.