The Open Innovation Report 2023 - Surviving the storm

The Open Innovation Report 2023 by Sopra Steria highlights the increasing trend of corporate-startup collaborations in Europe. With 72% of European corporates engaged in such projects, this approach has become crucial for innovation, especially amidst economic challenges. The report, based on a survey of startups and corporates across 10 European countries, reveals that 50% of these collaborations started during or after the pandemic. Key sectors like aerospace show a 100% collaboration rate, indicating a strong shift towards open innovation models. The report underscores the importance of these collaborations for both corporates and startups in discovering new business opportunities and driving innovation.