Innovative business models for SMEs in the
METAVERSE
The goal of this research project at the Howest University of Applied Sciences is to map how metaverse and Web3 applications can be used to help Flemish SMEs in retail & product development, both in terms of new digital products as well as supporting the sales of (existing or novel) physical products.
Aside from that, we want to develop a few concrete use cases in collaboration with our partners into proof-of-concepts, and lastly, we’ll translate these insights into scripts and guides for the SME. Through the Flemish IT and Technology companies who are partners in this project, even the smaller SMEs will be able to make the jump to the virtual world.
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WORK PLAN
Literature review
Literature review of business models and technologies in the digital and virtual world.
Selection
Provide a selection of technological solutions that are achievable and desirable for the Flemish SME.
Use Cases
Several use cases will be implemented and thoroughly tested.
Business models
Business models are designed, verified, and described.
Dissemination
All obtained knowledge will be disseminated, shared, and valorized.
PROJECT TEAM
Kurt Callewaert
Valorisation Manager
Howest Digital Transformation
Shane Deconinck
Web 3.0 Lead | Research Manager
Howest Applied Computer Sciences
Jonathan Maes
Business Consultant | Project Manager
Howest Business Management
Valerio Mattioli
Blockchain Developer
Howest Applied Computer Sciences
Jens Eeckhout
XR Developer
Howest Applied Computer Sciences
