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The Application Deadline has been extended to July 19th. Submit your idea or venture now.
Build the future with us

TONOMUS, a leading technology enterprise powering the world’s first ecosystem of cognitive technologies at NEOM, is partnering with PIF (Public Investment Fund) on Project PropTech.

Project PropTech will influence what and how the world builds. We’re gathering bold ideas from around the globe, shaping them with our unique methodology, and pioneering them in one of the world's fastest-evolving national PropTech landscapes.

Don’t miss your opportunity. The future will build on this.

Together we rise.

In Saudi Arabia, the real estate market is valued at over $1.25 trillion and growing, with a global value of nearly $380 trillion. But with new construction come new challenges. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, guided by the transformative Vision 2030, is uniquely poised to solve them.

The Kingdom is one of the world’s fastest growing PropTech markets, supported by a flourishing entrepreneurial ecosystem. Record levels of venture capital funding is flowing into the country, helping Saudi Arabia build what’s only been imagined until now.

Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur or an industry professional, working with greenfield or built environments, we invite you to submit your idea or startup. Up to five teams will be invited to join TONOMUS Venture Studio, where you’ll receive dedicated support and mentorship from Silicon Valley experts as you validate your venture in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, a testing ground for the future’s most significant ideas.

To solidify Saudi Arabia and the Middle East’s position as a leading global hub for PropTech, we need ideas that leverage the power of artificial intelligence, machine learning, data analytics, and other cognitive technologies. The most competitive venture submissions will apply to one or more of the following impact areas:

Visibility

Compelling ideas and innovative technology solutions that stand out in the construction and real estate market with potential to transform the industry.

Scalability

Business models that show promise to grow and expand inside and beyond the borders of Saudi Arabia.

Adoptability

Solutions that break free from a one-size-fits-all approach, integrate seamlessly into the Saudi Arabian construction and real estate landscape, and can be localized to meet the needs of the industry.

Sustainability

Demonstrate a commitment to sustainable practices and offer solutions that improve the industry’s impact on the planet.

Challenge statements

Explore the competition challenge statements below to jumpstart your inspiration.

Design
How might we develop data-driven solutions for designers in the pre-build phase so that they can stay on top of changing market dynamics and more effectively predict and manage the economics and success factors of their projects?
Construction
How might we develop predictive and cognitive systems that leverage data (including supply and demand, materials, methods, etc.) to provide insights for construction companies during the build phase, so that we can more accurately predict project costs, minimize overruns, and mitigate supply chain risks?
Property Financial Transaction
How might we leverage technology and data analytics to create more efficient, transparent, and user-friendly processes for end-to-end real estate transactions such as bid management, risk assessment, financing, and debt management?
Facilities Management
​​How might we develop new technologies for real estate operators that improves property evaluations, contracting and procurement, and maintenance processes in a way that saves money, enhances functionality, and improves the consumer experience?
Sustainability
How might we innovate and introduce new materials and building methods for construction and real estate firms, aiming to alleviate environmental pressure and promote the use of sustainable building materials and practices?
Surprise Us (Open)
How can we use new innovations and technologies to transform and evolve the real estate and construction industry for investors, developers, planners, and other stakeholders in the ecosystem?
What makes this competition unique?

Joining our Venture Studio will provide you and your team with invaluable resources that can help bring your venture to life (and even accelerate it by several years).

We’ll help develop and sharpen venture-building skills with learning sessions that explore the latest PropTech trends and emerging opportunities in the Kingdom. As you progress through the competition, you’ll gain even more access to expert resources to strengthen your proposal and better position your venture for the final pitch event, including one-on-one mentoring and seminars that address integral entrepreneurial topics.

Select finalists will have the opportunity to participate in a final pitch to TONOMUS and PIF. Others may have the chance to connect with development companies in the region. And finalists will get to launch their ideas in the Kingdom before sharing them with the world.

TONOMUS Venture Studio

Competition winners will be invited to join TONOMUS Venture Studio for an immersive venture-building program that features Silicon Valley–influenced methodology and guidance. Benefits include:

Methodology

Our design-focused process consists of finding customer pain points, determining the right product/service, designing the business, and prototype testing.

Technology

You’ll develop your idea in a state-of-the-art digital environment with a focus on design thinking, research, and prototyping.

Expertise

Our experts will guide you through early sprints and acceleration approaches.

Recruitment

We’ll help hire any additional team members and experts you need to complete the Venture Studio program.

Prototyping

Our team will provide hands-on support with digital prototype development.

Business Design

Anticipating go-to-market, we’ll work with you to design the right business model and strategy for revenue generation.

Branding

We’ll help brand your business, including initial naming and logo development.

Methodology

Our design-focused process consists of finding customer pain points, determining the right product/service, designing the business, and prototype testing.

Technology

You’ll develop your idea in a state-of-the-art digital environment with a focus on design thinking, research, and prototyping.

Expertise

Our experts will guide you through early sprints and acceleration approaches.

Recruitment

We’ll help hire any additional team members and experts you need to complete the Venture Studio program.

Prototyping

Our team will provide hands-on support with digital prototype development.

Business Design

Anticipating go-to-market, we’ll work with you to design the right business model and strategy for revenue generation.

Branding

We’ll help brand your business, including initial naming and logo development.

About

PIF is driving the growth of new sectors, companies and jobs, as a catalyst of Vision 2030. As a global impactful investor, the Fund has a world-class investment portfolio with a focus on sustainable investments, both domestically and internationally.

     
Mentorship Seed Funding Recognition

Get feedback and advice from knowledgeable experts across the company.

Winning teams receive funding for continued development and experimentation.

Top teams will have the opportunity to present before the Senior Leadership Team.

Meet the Judges

       
John Albright Jane Nguyen Diana Russo Carl Collins
VP of Product Chief Strategy Officer VP of Technology VP of Sales

Investment Criteria

     
Fulfills the Mission Valuable Solution Managable Risk
Ensure your proposal is aligned with the sponsor's mission and meets all criteria Fulfill a costly need in the target market and showcase your product differentation Thoroughly research the risks and provide details on how they might be addressed

Resources

Leverage the following resources for building your Proposals and Pitch presentations:

 

 

For Proposal Submissions

Business Model Canvas

Value Proposition Canvas

Business Environment Canvas

 

 

For Pitch Presentations

Pitch Deck Template

Contact Us

Have questions? Contact the Initiative Manager

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