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B2B SaaS & Enterprise Software in Dusseldorf
Major companies based in Düsseldorf, including Henkel, E.ON and Metro, are adopting enterprise software. See how Cognigy, following its €93 million Series C, sells into this market.
At a glance
The Enterprise Safari in Dusseldorf explores Corporate IT transformation through Cognigy, RIIICO and Kauz. Designed for CTOs and IT leaders and Operations leaders.
Local perspective
Corporate IT transformation
Major companies based in Düsseldorf, including Henkel, E.ON and Metro, are adopting enterprise software. See how Cognigy, following its €93 million Series C, sells into this market.
Local examples and perspectives
- Cognigy (conversational AI, Düsseldorf)
- RIIICO (digital factory SaaS, Düsseldorf)
- Kauz (enterprise natural language understanding, Düsseldorf)
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
Startup Week Düsseldorf
Event
An annual platform for founders, corporates, and investors. Future Tech Fest is its highlight.
NRW.BANK
Funding
State development bank and active startup investor.
Companies in the local ecosystem
Cognigy
Enterprise AI
Enterprise conversational AI platform and a global leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant.
Auxmoney
FinTech
A digital platform for personal loans.
Metalshub
Logistics / B2B SaaS
Digital supply chain platform for raw materials, transforming the metals trade.
Trivago
Travel tech
A hotel search and price-comparison platform founded in Düsseldorf.
fashionette
E-commerce
Data-driven e-commerce platform for premium fashion and accessories.
“Reaching potential customers and strategic partners is always important when you are a fast-scaling company. We are happy that the organizers kept their promise.”
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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