An annual program designed to accelerate the technological transformation of companies through AI, education and funding.
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Selected companies go through a series of learning modules that help them understand their current stage of technological maturity and identify the investments they need. The main areas we focus on, based on capacity for technological upgrade (including AI) and likelihood of accessing loans, are:
Manufacturing & Light Industry
- Process automation
- RPA for back-office operations
- Light robotics
- Process control and predictive maintenance
- AI for production and inventory optimization
Logistics & Transport
- Fleet digitalization
- AI-based route optimization
- Telematics
- Fuel management systems
- Energy efficiency solutions
Food & Agriculture / Agritech
- Sensors and IoT
- AI for productivity and yield optimization
- Farm management systems
- Irrigation automation
Secondary Focus Areas
- Retail & E-commerce (B2C and B2B)
- B2B Services
- Education
- Private Healthcare
Educational program
Business Forward gives entrepreneurs access to digital education from the Harvard Business School AI Institute, consulting and mentorship, as well as grants of RON 1 million to implement technology solutions within their own companies.
Online learning
- 3 Harvard Business School AI Institute modules: Generative AI Fundamentals, Actionable AI in Strategy, Leading AI Implementation for Executives
- 5 webinars with tech suppliers: RPA & Automation · Cloud Computing · Cybersecurity · IoT & Sensors · BI & Analytics
Offline bootcamp
AI Transformation and Digitalization Plan
- 15 companies with the highest scores and implementation potential will be selected to pitch their plans
Grand prize: 400.000 RON
Industry mix: 3 x 200.000 RON
Impact & Transformation
Participant companies work on concrete, business-impact solutions such as AI and machine learning, cloud and digital infrastructure, IoT and sensors, cybersecurity, BI and data analytics, ERP/CRM, and automation.
Together with our partners, Business Forward enables smart transformation at scale, boosting productivity, resilience, and innovation while helping Romania accelerate toward a more competitive and digital economy.
Ready to transform your business?
Join Business Forward and unlock the potential of technology for your organization.
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