For Phase 2 of this challenge, we are seeking innovative ideas to improve the way we provide supply chain data.





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?? Info Session on Phase 2 of the StatVentures Supply Chain Challenge

*In Case You Missed It:* Last week, Census Open Innovation Labs announced the launch of Phase 2 of the StatVentures [ [link removed] ] Supply Chain Challenge! This challenge seeks innovative ideas to improve the way we provide supply chain data. 






StatVentures Phase 2 Supply Chain Challenge Info Session [ [link removed] ]

Join the StatVentures team on *Thursday, August 24, 2023* *at 2:00 PM ET* to learn how to participate in Phase 2 of the Supply Chain Challenge. Learn about the goals of the challenge, how to apply, eligibility, what is included in a roadmap, and judging criteria. There will also be an opportunity for open Q&A. During Phase 2, participants will need to submit a roadmap presenting an innovative new way to produce more timely, granular, and robust supply chain data. They will be competing for a total of $350,000 across up to 8 prizes, and a spot in our Phase 3 innovator cohort.

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What Is StatVentures?

StatVentures [ [link removed] ] is a new initiative to scout technology from innovators outside government to ensure the U.S. Census Bureau provides the highest quality data. We are seeking new and improved ways to capture more timely, granular, and robust supply chain data, including information on manufacturing, imports and exports, transportation and delivery of goods, and other key components of global supply chains.

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Supply Chain Challenge

Through the Phase 2 competition, applicants are challenged to develop implementation roadmaps for their ideas to improve supply chain data. Submissions will be evaluated on overall quality, feasibility, value proposition, and innovation. U.S.-based individuals and teams are encouraged to apply, including companies, startups, individuals, academics and researchers. Please closely review the challenge rules for specific eligibility considerations.

A maximum of eight winners will be awarded monetary prizes with a total value of *up to **$350,000*. Winners will also be invited to advance to Phase 3, where they will be challenged to test their roadmaps and produce real data.   

Who?

* The competition is open to Phase 1 winners [ [link removed] ].  
* The competition is also open to any interested teams or individuals that did not compete in or win Phase 1. These “walk on” teams have the opportunity to participate in the Phase 2 cohort by submitting a letter of intent.  Please review the challenge rules for details [ [link removed] ].  

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When?

* StatVentures’ Supply Chain Challenge Phase 2 launched last week.
* The submission window will open between *October **13, **2023* and *November 9, 2023*. 

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