Small SW |
Small Software Ltd ( Small SW Ltd ) creates a software package that simulates the commissioning of industrial systems . The end user can activate the right libraries for different makers ’ controllers , sensors , and actuators by buying them from the company ’ s web store . |
A simple solution that can be easily integrated in the existing web store . |
Approx . € 0.2 M |
Small HW |
The 3D Printing Startup Small Hardware Ltd ( Small HW Ltd ) maintains a website where end users can create and download 3D models for use with approx . 120 print service providers in Germany . These files need to be protected , while also making sure that only the paid-for number of prints can be executed . For additional flexibility , the licenses are stored on USB dongles : Users can simply take them to the machine that is available at the time . |
Exceptional protection against unauthorized copying of the printing data and easy , flexible handling for end users . |
Approx . € 0.2 M |
Medium |
Medium LLC is a medium-sized mechanical engineering business that has , to date , provided the machine operating software for free with its machines . In the future , Medium LLC intends to not only protect the inherent know-how , but also be able to sell individual machine functions separately . The machines are typically located in conventional OT shopfloor environments , but with data access for predictive maintenance via edge devices running the new maintenance software made by Medium LLC . The ( Python ) software on the machines runs on embedded devices , while the maintenance software ( based on . NET / C #) runs on virtual edge devices . |
Monetizing the software with comprehensive protection of individual functions ; use of software , hardware , and cloud license containers for compatible , crossplatform licensing . |
Approx . € 10 M |
Large |
Large LLC makes software that covers all business processes for its corporate users . The individual modules of the package are licensed by binding the software license to individual workstations . This means that different users can access the software on the company ’ s devices . |
Distributing very high numbers of licenses that end users can manage themselves in a selfservice portal . |
Approx . € 36 M |