AI Challenge: Off-The-Shelf Solutions

Canadian AI providers are invited to participate in this AI Challenge, a new addition to the ALL IN 2024 event, the largest event dedicated to Canadian AI. This challenge aims to solicit innovative, off-the-shelf AI solutions that address the needs of Canadian industries.

As part of this call for applications, a total of 5 companies will be selected to present their solution on stage at ALL IN 2024.

Seize this unique opportunity to showcase your AI solution to more than 3,000 attendees.

Why Participate in this AI Challenge

Selected companies will benefit from several advantages

  • Two speaker passes for ALL IN 2024, September 11 and 12 in Montreal, Canada.
  • The chance to present their solution to a jury composed of industry experts, researchers, and members of the Scale AI team on one of our two content stages located at the heart of the action on the ALL IN Plaza.
  • Exceptional visibility for their company with a live presentation open to all 3,000 leaders attending the event.
  • The possibility of being selected as the Grand Winner of the AI Challenge, which includes dedicated communications and personalized support to participate in the submission process with Scale AI. *


* Please note that this AI Challenge is not linked to the funding provided by Scale AI.

Important Deadlines

Submission of Proposals - Before August 15, 2024

  • Canadian AI solution providers must submit a detailed proposal by filling out the form below, including a 2-minute video of their presentation.

Evaluation of Proposals - From August 16 to 25, 2024

  • The proposals will be reviewed and evaluated by a panel of industry experts.

Announcement of the 5 Finalists - Week of August 26, 2024

  • The selected companies will be announced and invited to present their solution at ALL IN 2024.

On-Stage Pitches - During ALL IN 2024, September 11 and 12 in Montreal, Canada

  • The 5 selected companies will have the opportunity to present their solution on stage in front of a jury of industry experts and ALL IN participants.
Aug. 15
Deadline for all candidates
Aug. 16
Evaluation starts
Aug. 26
Announcement of the 5 finalists
ALL IN
On-stage pitches, September 11 and 12, 2024
About this AI Challenge

Examples of Challenges

AI providers in Canada are invited to submit their applications to propose solutions to optimize the operations and performance of Canadian industries. Proposed solutions can help solve a number of challenges, including:

  • Demand forecasting
  • Inventory management
  • Optimization of human resource management
  • Supply chain improvement
  • Reduction of operational costs
  • Automation of administrative processes
  • Data management and analysis for better decision-making
  • Enhancement of customer satisfaction
  • Reduction of carbon footprint and energy efficiency
  • Strengthening of data security
  • Optimization of production and manufacturing
  • Effective risk management and compliance

Objectives and Requirements

To be eligible for this call for applications, the submitted proposal must meet the following objectives:

  • Clearly identify and define the business problem your solution addresses.
  • Describe the proposed solution.
  • List the qualitative impacts (e.g., improving customer experience) and quantitative impacts (e.g., reducing costs by 20%) of deploying your solution for the benefit of the Canadian industry.
  • Highlight the factors that make your solution the best option for a Canadian company in a given sector.

Act quickly, you have until August 15, 2024, to submit your application.

Selection Criteria

Solution Criteria
  • Accuracy and performance of the proposed AI solution
  • Existing solution or ability to develop it within the prescribed timeframe
  • Ease of integration and deployment
  • Operational efficiency
  • Scalability and maintainability
  • Security and privacy compliance
Business Criteria
  • Expected Return on Investment (ROI)
  • Estimated cost structure
  • Competitive advantages provided
  • Ease of implementation and adoption by users
  • Other benefits and impacts on the ecosystem
Other Criteria
  • Availability to present your solution in person on September 11 and 12, 2024
  • Experience and references of the team/company proposing the solution
  • Support and training modalities
  • Present a clear, concise, precise pitch focused on the solution's objectives and impact for construction industry companies