Cases
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Algae as a supplier of raw materials
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Challenge
Evaluation of business ideas based on algae
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Evaluation of markets for possible algae products from fine chemicals such as astaxanthin and omega-3 fatty acids, proteins and fuels, estimation of production costs using algae biotechnology
Ergebnis
Focus on limited number of products
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Microbiology in agriculture
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Challenge
Assessment of the market potential of microbiological products in agriculture
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Identification of market participants from university research groups, through start-ups to established companies. Evaluation of the research approaches and the product portfolio. From this, the main areas of application and their market were estimated.
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Suggestion of concrete fields of application of microbes in agriculture and suitable M&A targets
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Due diligence agricultural target
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Challenge
Evaluation of a portfolio of genetic variants
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Estimation of the market size for different breeds and identification of trends. Estimation of margin distribution along the value chain and valuation of the portfolio.
Ergebnis
Scenarios for portfolio development under various assumptions
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Market entry strategy Bio-Chemicals
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Challenge
Development of a new business area Bio-Chemicals
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Identification of chemicals that are accessible by biotechnological routes under competitive conditions. Detailed analysis of selected portfolio (market development, competitive environment, raw material supply, synergies etc.). Implementation plan for defined product groups
Ergebnis
Strategy for the development of a Bio-Chemical portfolio
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Biofuels as an investment opportunity
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Challenge
Complex environment
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Evaluation of different biofuels and raw material sources based on various criteria (availability, price, volatility, carbon footprint, market entry barriers). Selection of suitable candidates and development of a business plan for implementation
Ergebnis
Strategy for building a biofuel business
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Innovation scouting for organic products
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Challenge
Expansion of the product portfolio
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Detailed examination of process flows (pulp & paper industry); scouting for product ideas for intermediate and waste products; development of a concept for the business model and possible partners; concrete design of the roadmap with the new partners
Ergebnis
Launch of 3 new bulk products
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Adjustment of biotech innovation portfolio
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Challenge
Optimization of the use of R&D resources
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Development of scenarios for market development including drivers; detailed recording of all R&D projects; adjustment of the research portfolio based on the market estimates in workshops with the management; development of a balanced portfolio with regard to risk, temporal development, market segments etc.
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Focus of research tasks on main growth drivers
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Biofuels as an investment opportunity
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Challenge
Complex environment
Ansatz
Evaluation of different biofuels and raw material sources based on various criteria (availability, price, volatility, carbon footprint, market entry barriers). Selection of suitable candidates and development of a business plan for implementation
Ergebnis
Strategy for building a biofuel business