Tastech is Sigma Alimentos’ global open innovation programme, designed to identify, support and integrate innovative solutions from startups and scaleups around the world. Its goal is to address the major challenges facing the food sector, fostering collaboration and accelerating the industry’s transformation.
Tastech by Sigma is seeking solutions across four key pillars, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and emerging consumer trends:
Innovative Business Models:
-
Development of new models that combine Sigma’s capabilities with emerging trends and technologies.
-
Digital solutions for customer service and order management.
-
Subscription models, dark kitchens, and food delivery services.
Future Foods:
-
Innovative food solutions aligned with evolving consumer preferences.
-
Healthier, more sustainable and plant-based products (e.g. alternative proteins).
Power Connections:
-
Disruptive technologies to improve operational efficiency.
-
Optimisation of distribution and sales channels.
-
Use of predictive algorithms for inventory management.
Green Tech:
-
Solutions that help reduce carbon emissions and shift the supply chain towards a more sustainable model.
-
Packaging options with lower environmental impact or alternatives to plastics.
-
Projects focused on waste valorisation and circular economy approaches.
Selected projects will gain significant benefits for growth and scalability:
-
Access to Sigma’s Infrastructure: Opportunity to validate your technology and scale your innovations in real-world environments across Sigma’s global facilities.
-
Financial Support: Funding to develop and implement pilot tests.
-
Mentoring & Networking: Access to a network of mentors, workshops led by Sigma managers and executives, and connections to strategic partners.
-
Business Opportunities: Presentation to Sigma’s executive committee with potential for strategic collaboration including co-creation, supply agreements, commercial partnerships, or even acquisition.
-
Access to Global Markets: A gateway to the global food industry.
Key dates: Applications open throughout 2025
More info and application link: https://www.tastechbysigma.com/