RWTH Innovation
University technology transfer
Idea generation programme (4 times a year, 10 teams), incubation programme (twice a year, 12 deep-tech teams), and 6 expert hubs.
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B2B SaaS & Enterprise Software in Aachen
Aachen's enterprise software grows out of RWTH Aachen University and the Fraunhofer institutes, rather than the consumer market. amberSearch builds AI-powered enterprise search; Modell Aachen provides management-system software through Q.wiki; and gemineers brings digital twins into manufacturing as a spin-off from Fraunhofer IPT and RWTH. ACCURE turns Aachen's battery research into a cloud analytics platform. The digitalHUB Aachen at digitalCHURCH is a meeting point for the ecosystem.
At a glance
The Enterprise Safari in Aachen explores Enterprise SaaS from the RWTH ecosystem through amberSearch, Modell Aachen and gemineers. Designed for CTOs and IT leaders and Operations leaders.
Local perspective
Enterprise SaaS from the RWTH ecosystem
Aachen's enterprise software grows out of RWTH Aachen University and the Fraunhofer institutes, rather than the consumer market. amberSearch builds AI-powered enterprise search; Modell Aachen provides management-system software through Q.wiki; and gemineers brings digital twins into manufacturing as a spin-off from Fraunhofer IPT and RWTH. ACCURE turns Aachen's battery research into a cloud analytics platform. The digitalHUB Aachen at digitalCHURCH is a meeting point for the ecosystem.
Local examples and perspectives
- amberSearch (AI-powered enterprise search, Aachen)
- Modell Aachen (Q.wiki management-system software)
- gemineers (digital twins, Fraunhofer IPT and RWTH spin-off)
- ACCURE Battery Intelligence (battery analytics, Aachen)
- digitalHUB Aachen (digitalCHURCH)
A sample day
09:00
SaaS strategy session
An introduction to local SaaS performance metrics and scaling models.
10:30
Startup visit I: CRM and operations
A closer look at modern operations tools.
12:30
Lunch with founders
An open conversation about go-to-market strategies.
14:30
Startup visit II: security and compliance
How modern SaaS platforms protect data.
What your team can explore
- Which recurring workflow is slowed down by your current software, handoffs or duplicate data entry?
- Which data, identities and integrations would a suitable SaaS solution need to access in day-to-day work?
- How will you assess adoption and value with the people who actually use the workflow?
A route shaped around your question
We select relevant organisations and conversations around the question your team brings. The final route depends on the topic, availability and the people who can contribute.
Plan a conversation →Ecosystem organisations
Collective Incubator
Makerspace
4,000+ sq m of space. Coworking, prototyping workshops, 3D printing, film and recording studios.
digitalHub Aachen
Innovation hub
250+ member organisations. Four-month incubator programme.
Companies in the local ecosystem
Cylib
CleanTech / circular economy
Battery recycling innovation developed as an RWTH spin-off.
CarboScreen
Industrial AI
AI monitoring for carbon-fiber production. High-tech manufacturing.
FloodWaive
Climate tech / AI
AI-powered flood forecasting. Spin-off Award 2024/25.
NAION.TECH
Deep tech / advanced materials
Smart filtration materials. Winner of the RWTH Innovation Award.
Userflix
SaaS / AI
AI platform for user research and testing.
“The safari gave us unique access to the RWTH ecosystem.”
About the topic
Questions about Enterprise Safari
Do you focus on German startups?
We focus on the local ecosystem, while our partners scale globally. Celonis in Munich, for example, is now a global player.
Can we request specific software categories?
Absolutely. CRM, ERP, HR tech and DevOps are all options. We curate the program around your needs.
Is this useful for SaaS founders too?
Yes. We offer a Reverse Safari for founders: learn how your future customers think.
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