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        IndoVentures is on a mission to inspire a generation of makers and creators by leveraging open-source hardware

      • MIT Global Startup Workshop, Morocco, 2014

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        MIT Global Startup Workshop

        Marrakesh, Morrocco (Mar 2014)

        Varun Jain, the founder of IndoVentures invited to MIT Global Startup Workshop (GSW) as one of 10 Global Fellows on an all-expense-paid trip to Marrakech, Morocco in March 2014

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        What is Open Source Hardware?

        Open Source Hardware is hardware whose design is made publicly available so that anyone can study, modify, distribute, make, and sell the design or hardware based on that design. The hardware’s source, the design from which it is made, is available in the preferred format for making modifications to it. Ideally, Open Source Hardware uses readily available components and materials, standard processes, open infrastructure, unrestricted content, and open-source design tools to maximize the ability of individuals to make and use hardware. Open Source Hardware gives people the freedom to control their technology while sharing knowledge and encouraging commerce through open designs.

      • Platform

        IndoVentures incubates, develops, advises, funds, and partners with dynamic, passionate individuals who are interested in building open-source products & ventures.

         

        Unlike traditional players within the early-stage ecosystem, we do not prioritize based on the size of the opportunity; instead, focus on identifying the right individuals with a strong desire to succeed and the right motivations.

         

        Once identified, we put all our resources, might, and relationships behind their success and work towards building a long-term, symbiotic, and holistic relationship.

         

        Our focus on the individual comes from our belief that while ideas come & go and technologies are rendered obsolete overnight - the people behind them stay.

      • Process

        The three stage IndoVentures lean open source hardware product development process leverages practices & processes in multiple industries and combines them with the more conventional methodologies made popular with the rise of the software industry to rapidly & iteratively research & build, validate & execute

        Research

        Extensive primary & secondary research to conduct a thorough unmet needs analysis

        Validate

        Iterate rapidly via MVPs & lean methodologies and identifying early adopters

        Execute

        Incremental evaluation by deploying products / service with real customers

      • Services

        While IndoVentures' mission is to inspire a new generation of creators & makers and promote the wide spread development and adoption of open source hardware, we will also assist people interested in turning their designs into commercial products via a range of core and non-core services provided by partners with domain expertise

        Core Services

        We will work hand in hand with open source enthusiasts to solve the most important issues surrounding their businesses and focus on building a sustainable value proposition. These include

        - Business strategy
        - Venture development

        - Design & Product development

        - Technical development

        - Sales & marketing
        - Fundraising

        Non-Core Services

        Take the hassle out of everyday nitty-gritty such as mundane administrative tasks allowing individuals to focus on their product and value proposition. These include:

        - Tax & accounting
        - Legal & compliance
        - Intellectual property
        - Human resources
        - Branding & PR
        - Advisory board & mentors

      • Resources

        IndoVentures serves as a full-service launchpad for open source hardware ventures

         

        IndoVentures' regional product labs leverage artisanal skills of particular regions alongside a repository of open-source hardware allowing individuals to come together to build products in an open, collaborative way using our proprietary needs-based lean product development platform. Our platform and services are supplemented with:

        Physical resources

        A physical lab complete with prototyping & fabrication materials

        Vocational Training

        Short programs offering key practical skills required for designing products

        Distribution Network

        A Business to Business (B2B) distribution network across markets

        Online Platform

        A crowdfunding platform to showcase products and sell directly to end consumers

        Mentorship & Guidance

        Association with industry, mentorship & angel networks providing access and expert advice

        Seed Funding

        Milestone driven (tranche-based), seed stage investments to help build and scale up ventures

      • Themes

        Internet of Things (IoT)

        Wearable Technology

        Sensor Applications

        m-Health & Fitness

        3D Printed products

        New idea / product?

        Drop us a note below!

      • IndoVentures Labs

        Come play with the toys you've always wanted to!

        We will also provide advanced services such as 3D prototyping & CNC milling machines

        Electronics Design

        • Digital Oscilloscope
        • Regulated Power Supply
        • Digital Multi Meter
        • Clamp Meter
        • Energy Meter

        Development Boards

        • Raspberry Pi
        • Arduino
        • Beagle Bone
        • RIoT

        Engineering Tools

        • Mechanical Toolkit
        • High-end PCB Tools
        • Drillers & Millers
        • Soldering Irons
      • OPEN Philosophy

        We follow an OPEN platform + product approach in everything that we do

        Connected Cloud

        Mobile & Social

        Big Data Analytics

        REST APIs + SDKs

        Ergonomic Design

        Open Source

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