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About Panasonic Ignition

Panasonic Ignition is a corporate innovation accelerator program which merges youthful entrepreneurial zeal with Panasonic’s rich legacy of ushering in digital transformation across industries.

We’re on our way to transform visionary startups into the future tech trailblazers. With our investment philosophy rooted within long-term growth, sustainability and innovation, Panasonic aims to mentor, guide, and fund early to mid-stage startups that will create value for society.

Our diversified portfolio, which spans industries such as consumer electronics and automotive, as well as industrial systems and energy solutions, paves the way for a global reach and a vast network that drives both collaboration and long-term support.

Panasonic Ignition Cohorts

Panasonic Ignition Cohort 2 program is open to receive applications from 23 Oct 2024 to 30 Nov 2024.

Theme: Consumer Lifestyle Services

Gearing up for the upcoming industry-centric cohort which is designed to identify startups to well-established companies.

  • Duration:4 months
  • Objective:To foster innovation among talented startups and revolutionise the Indian consumer landscape.

Benefits

Exposure to
industrial expertise
and mentorship

Commercial
engagement
with PoC

Faster Go-To-
Market

Winner of the Cohort to be
selected for the potential CVC
investment.

Curated mentorship and intensive
learning sessions from the leading
domain experts at Panasonic
through to the final pitch day.

Invaluable insights into global
consumer trends, expansive
distribution channels, and market
intricacies.

Panasonic’s vast network will
help amplify participants’ reach
and operational capabilities.

Lifestyle and
Wellness

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Evaluation Criteria

  • Innovation and Creativity

  • Feasibility and Scalability

  • User-friendliness

  • Founder and Team Pedigree

  • Track record of implementation

Areas of Interest: Consumer Lifestyle Services

Smart Living Assistants

  • AI-powered life coach for holistic personal development (career, relationships, health).
  • Predictive AI assistant for proactive task management and decision support.
  • Augmented reality (AR) personal assistant for real-time information, financial literacy and finance management skills.

Intelligent Home Companion

  • Voice and gesture-controlled central hub for all home systems (smart, non-smart & any brand).
  • AI-driven energy optimization system for sustainable home management and predictive maintenance.
  • Mood-responsive home environment controller (lighting, temperature, music).
  • AI-powered predictive security system with behavioral analysis.
  • Companion robots for child, pet & elderly care and emotional wellbeing.

Wellness Solution

  • AI-designed personalized nutrition and supplement plans with home delivery.
  • Tools/devices that help consumers understand the nutrient profiles of food they consume.
  • Wearable device for real-time stress level monitoring and management.
  • Smart mirror with built-in health diagnostics and personalized wellness advice.
  • Sleep optimization system with environmental control and biofeedback.

Health Management

  • App/device to track hormonal imbalances, thereby offering advice on health, personal care, and aging concerns.
  • AI-powered early aging and lifestyle disease detection system using multiple biomarkers.
  • Personalized medication management and reminder system with side effect monitoring.

Assistive Care

  • Multi-functional robotic caregiver for elderly and disabled individuals.
  • AR-enhanced remote assistance platform for caregivers and medical professionals.
  • Smart home modifications for aging in place (fall prevention, mobility assistance).

Mental Wellbeing

  • Virtual reality (VR) meditation and therapy spaces.
  • Biofeedback-enhanced mindfulness training programs.
  • AI therapist chatbot with personalized cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques.

Circular Economy Products

  • Services which promote the usage of leasing products instead of buying new items.
  • Services working on refurbishment and repurposing of used products.
  • Apps assessing and incentivizing reduction of carbon footprint for individuals and/or households.
  • Neighborhood-level sharing economy platform for household items and services.
  • Virtual neighborhood platform for local events, shared resources, and community support.

Pet Care

  • AI-powered pet translator for better understanding of animal needs and emotions.
  • Automated pet care system (feeding, litter management, exercise, indoor temperature).
  • Remote pet monitoring and interaction system for working pet owners.

Home Learning and Skill Development

  • VR-based interactive learning environments and hobby skill development for all age groups.
  • AI tutor for personalized education and skill acquisition.
  • Gamified household chore system for children's skill development.

Smart Kitchen and Nutrition

  • AI chef assistant with recipe creation based on available ingredients and dietary needs.
  • Intelligent fridge with inventory management for different needs (child, elderly, pet, etc) and meal planning capabilities and grocery ordering.
  • Hydroponic smart garden system for year-round fresh produce.

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  • STEP 01Registration
    & Evaluation

  • STEP 02Onboarding

  • STEP 03Knowledge Session
    & Mentoring

  • STEP 04Challenge
    Review

  • STEP 05Demo Day

The Panasonic Ignition program has completed its Cohort-1 with 12 Energy Management Companies and Startups.

Theme: Energy Management Systems for Commercial Spaces

The Panasonic Ignition program has completed its Cohort-1 with 12 Energy Management Companies and Startups.

  • Duration:6 months (Oct'23-March 24)
  • Objective:To pioneer advanced solutions in energy management through disruptive technology paradigms.

Evaluation Criteria

Impact on energy
efficiency

Innovation and
Creativity

Feasibility and
Scalability

User-friendliness

Founder and
Team Pedigree

Areas of interest: Energy Management

Smart Lighting & Wellness: Pioneering IoT-driven lighting systems that elevate energy efficiency & well-being.

HVAC Optimization: Advancing adaptive, energy-efficient heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.

Energy Monitoring & Analytics: Creating solutions for comprehensive energy tracking and sustainable business practices.

Demand Response: Leading the way in predictive analytics and real-time data for effective energy management.

Building Energy Management: Innovating centralised systems for holistic energy management across building infrastructures.

Energy-Efficient Equipment: Revolutionising energy-efficient commercial appliances & data centres.

Space Optimization: Developing intelligent occupancy sensors and workspace systems for optimal energy usage.

Behavioural Change: Crafting apps and platforms that promote energy-saving habits through gamification.

Home Energy Management: Architecting IoT solutions for smarter, more efficient homes.

Hospitality & Tourism: Elevating guest experiences in hotels through personalised, energy-efficient solutions.

Partners in alliance with Panasonic to provide
start-ups with the launching pad they need.

  • Increasing the scope for innovation, Dentsu works towards creating experiences that can enrich every business.

  • Unlocking doors for entrepreneurs and visionaries, Beyond Next Ventures works towards creating a better future by tackling global challenges.

  • Driving transformation to the front, Zinnov works towards helping start-ups become antifragile to future shocks.

Wise words from our leadership - acknowledgments,
advice, and everything in between.

Ignition in the news - covered by the biggest
in the business.

BIZNEWSDESK | Mar 29, 2024

Enlite and Clairco announced as the winners of Panasonic Ignition, first cohort.

THE HINDU BUSINESS LINE | Mar 28, 2024

Panasonic to fund start-ups Enlite and Clairco under Ignition program

THE ECONOMIC TIMES | Apr 01, 2024

Enlite and Clairco announced as the winners of Panasonic Ignition, first cohort.

CNBC | Dec 20, 2023

Panasonic picks 12 startups for its 'Ignition' accelerator programme

SMART BUSINESS NEWS | Mar 29, 2024

Enlite and Clairco announced as the winners of Panasonic Ignition, first cohort

You asked, we answered.

Panasonic IGNITION”, a corporate innovation accelerator program, stands as a beacon for startups aligned with our foundational values. Fusing youthful entrepreneurial zeal with our rich legacy of innovation, we’re crafting the next chapter in technological evolution.
  • Submit an online application
  • Once your application is shortlisted, an online evaluation will be conducted with the Panasonic Team.
  • Innovation and Creativity
  • Feasibility and Scalability
  • Impact on energy efficiency
  • User-friendliness
  • Founder and Team Pedigree
Consumer Lifestyle Services to revolutionize the Indian consumer landscape, creating new customer value and experiences that resonate with the evolving lifestyles of today's consumers.
In case of any queries, startups can contact us at plsind.ignition@in.panasonic.com