High5 Global Think Tank
High5 Global Think Tank bietet Industriepartnern die Möglichkeit, an der Spitze von Innovationsprozessen zu stehen, indem sie in direkten Austausch mit internationalen Designstudierenden und akademischen Experten treten. Diese Plattform verbindet Unternehmen mit über zehn führenden Universitäten weltweit, um gemeinsam an zukunftsrelevanten Projekten zu arbeiten. High5 fördert interdisziplinäre Zusammenarbeit, Kreativität und strategisches Denken, wodurch Unternehmen frische Perspektiven auf ihre Herausforderungen gewinnen und innovative Lösungen entwickeln können. Durch die Teilnahme an High5 erhalten Partner Zugang zu neuen Talenten und können gemeinsam nachhaltig wirksame Lösungen gestalten.
We present High Five, a global think tank that aims to connect global players with student-based project teams from 10 universities across five continents. Through our platform, we provide an opportunity for our customers to find answers to questions of future relevance. Our annual contest allows customers to present a challenge or question, which our international student teams will work on for approximately a month and deliver innovative solutions to a larger audience. High Five is committed to supporting the collaboration between students and customers by ensuring fair compensation for the participating teams.
The primary objectives of High Five are as follows:
• Facilitate collaboration between global players and student project teams.
• Encourage innovative thinking and problem-solving through the pursuit of future-relevant questions and challenges.
• Provide customers with valuable insights and solutions generated by talented students.
• Foster a platform for global networking, knowledge sharing, and idea exchange.
• Ensure fair compensation for student teams to promote their involvement and dedication.
High Five operates through the following structure and process:
• Global Network:
We have established partnerships with more than 10 universities spanning five continents.
These universities act as our regional hubs, enabling us to access diverse talent pools and foster global collaboration.
• Annual Contest:
Our customers are invited to participate in an annual contest by formulating a relevant question or challenge.
High Five assists customers in refining and articulating their challenges to maximize effectiveness.
• Student Teams:
International student project teams, carefully selected from our partner universities, are assigned to tackle the submitted challenges.
These teams comprise diverse backgrounds, ensuring multidisciplinary perspectives and innovative approaches.
• Collaboration Period:
The student teams work on their assigned challenges for approximately one month, during which they conduct research, analyze data, and develop creative solutions.
• Solutions Presentation:
At the end of the collaboration period, each team presents their findings and solutions to a larger (internal an/or external) public.
This event serves as a platform for knowledge sharing, feedback, and networking. f. Customer
• Compensation:
To recognize the efforts and dedication of the student teams, customers are required to provide advance payment to cover the expenses incurred by the students. Additionally, customers have the option to offer prize money as a further incentive for exceptional solutions.
Benefits High Five offers numerous benefits to all stakeholders involved:
• Customers:
Gain access to a global talent pool of motivated and creative students who provide innovative solutions to their challenges.
Acquire valuable insights and alternative perspectives to enhance decision-making processes.
• Student Teams:
Engage in real-world problem-solving, gain practical experience, and expand their professional networks.
Receive fair compensation for their time and efforts, enabling them to focus on delivering high-quality solutions.
• Partner Universities:
Strengthen their reputation as hubs of innovation and research. Provide students with a unique opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills in a real-world context.
• Global Community:
Foster collaboration and knowledge exchange among diverse stakeholders, including customers, students, universities, and the wider public.
Next Steps To proceed with High Five, we propose the following steps:
a. Identify and secure additional customer partnerships.
b. Finalize the agreement with partner universities and establish a clear framework for collaboration.
c. Develop a user-friendly platform that enables seamless communication and project management.
d. Launch the annual contest, inviting customers to submit their challenges.
e. Select student teams based on their expertise and suitability for each challenge.
f. Facilitate the collaboration period, providing necessary resources, mentorship, and support.
g. Organize a solutions presentation event, showcasing the achievements of the student teams.
h. Collect feedback and evaluate the success of the program to continuously improve and refine High Five.
In conclusion, High Five presents an exciting opportunity for global players to engage with talented student teams
Actual Members of High Five:
RMIT Melbourne, Australia
University of Leeds, UK
AANT Rom, Italy
Prague School of Creative Communication, CZ
California State University, USA
Tomas Bata University, Zlin, CZ
Srishti Manipal Institute of Art, Design & Technology, Bangalore, India
Tecnológico de Monterrey, Mexico
École Supérieure d'Art et de Design, Toulon, France
Escuela de Arte San Telmo, Malaga, Spain
Seian University of Art and Design, Otsu, Japan
Nova Scotia College of Art and Design, Halifax, Canada
HSMA, Mannheim, Germany