Launch your design dreams with SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD
Starting a business from scratch can be hard. First you have to conceive and design a product, next you have to test it, then prepare it for manufacturing before launching your business and brand, not to mention the associated budgetary restraints.
That’s why we’re providing eligible early-stage companies with all the SOLIDWORKS software, training, and co-marketing resources that they need to take brilliant ideas, turn them into a product and develop that product into a successful business.
Take the next step on your journey to success – apply online for the SOLIDWORKS for Entrepreneurs & Start-ups scheme today.
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What The SOLIDWORKS for Entrepreneurs Program offers you
Community/Development
Stay connected to other users around the globe with 12 months' free access to MySolidWorks.com, an online SOLIDWORKS community with free training courses, expert answers to your questions, exclusive video content & webinars from the SOLIDWORKS team.
Free CAD Software
Successful applicants can get up to five free licenses of each product from a huge range of 3DEXPERIENCE & SOLIDWORKS software. Every part of the design process is covered - from initial design, to costing, to testing, to proof-of-concept, to direct 3D printing/manufacturing output, to marketing materials & more.
Co-marketing resources
Participate in a range of co-marketing opportunities to promote your product to the worldwide community of students, educators, designers & engineers. You could be featured in blog posts, webinars, case studies & videos. You may also be invited to speak at SOLIDWORKS user events or even an annual conference!
Are you eligible?
Do these five statements apply to your company?
1) You must have less than $5 Million in funding and less than $1 Million in aggregate lifetime revenue.
2) Your product must be a physical product that can be designed and developed in SOLIDWORKS CAD software.
3) Your product will be manufactured after development.
4) You must have been in business for less than 5 years.
5) You are not currently a SOLIDWORKS customer.
If you answered “yes” it’s time to start your application below!
Are you the next big thing? Apply now or get in touch to discuss your requirements with our SOLIDWORKS experts.
How to apply for your free SOLIDWORKS license(s)
Complete the online SOLIDWORKS for Entrepreneurs application form, providing as much information as possible about your company and requirements. If accepted, The SOLIDWORKS for Entrepreneurs team will determine with you which SOLIDWORKS product(s) would be most suitable for developing your brand, product and business.
The SOLIDWORKS for Entrepreneurs team will develop an entrepreneur agreement with you based on your goals and requirements. Once both parties have reviewed and signed the agreement, your Innova Systems account manager will contact you to arrange supply and installation of the software. It’s that simple!
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