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OPEN • SOURCE
Open • Source is a home for ideas and collaborations that have the potential to transform the tourism industry for good. No idea is too big or too small. Let’s leverage the power of collaboration.
Nothing Mentioned,
Nothing Gained.
Preview proposed ideas, post a project of your own, or collaborate with existing posts and lend your expertise.
Now is the time to make your move.
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Who can use Open • Source?
Inviting all dreamers, visionaries, and start-ups in tourism
While The SIGMUND Project is open to anyone with an idea that might advance the travel industry in a meaningful way, those who submit to Sigmund’s OPEN • SOURCE platform usually fall into the following categories:
Visionaries: those with nothing more than an idea with the potential for change. These might be “quick fix” questions, queries for collaboration, or larger-scale ideas to advance travel and community.
Start-ups (early and late-stage): those who might have a triple bottom line business plan, prototype, or proof concept.
Existing businesses: companies who are committed to People, Planet and Profit and looking to take their business to the next level (ie. a new product line, offering or attribute), but need partners to implement it.
Calling all collaborators, connectors, conduits and creatives
Keeping to SIGMUND’s vision, collaborating on an Open • Source idea is open to any individuals with something to share. Collaborators typically fall into the following categories:
Connectors: you always know someone “who would be perfect for this”. Great! Find it here, forward it onwards, and let’s make it happen.
Industry Conduits: individuals and companies in the travel industry (or travel adjacent) who are driven largely by benevolence in order to advance the industry.
Creative Cohort: individuals and companies interested in seeing other ideas in order to refine their strategies and/or to keep a pulse on competition.
Specialists: those with specific skill sets to solve unique challenges in the tourism industry or has a colleague they can refer to Sigmund to help solve.
Universities: Faculty and university students across the globe bringing new talent and diverse thinking.
Frequently Asked Questions
+ What is The SIGMUND Project?
The SIGMUND Project of its kind, free open-source platform for global innovators in tourism. SIGMUND was created as a way to promote innovation in the global tourism industry. Based on the principles of a private foundation, SIGMUND’S sole interest is for the benefit of the travel industry community. There are no costs to participate, SIGMUND requests no funds from its users and has no government or private corporation affiliation.
+ What is the goal of SIGMUND's OPEN · SOURCE platform?
To connect innovators in tourism with the resources necessary to bring ideas big and small to life. SIGMUND serves those who share their ideas and to those who contribute through collaboration, mentorship, and partnerships .
+ Who can submit to OPEN · SOURCE?
Anyone with an idea that might advance the global tourism industry in a meaningful way. The more creative and innovative, the better.
+May I submit more than one concept?
Yes. There is no limit to the number of ideas you’re allowed to submit.
+ How does the OPEN · SOURCE platform work?
Creative entrepreneurs submit their tourism related ideas, projects, or musings to SIGMUND's OPEN · SOURCE. A selection of ideas will be featured via email and social media as well. Visitors to SIGMUND’s website are encouraged to offer collaborations, send helpful tips, and provide advice to advance the ideas on OPEN · SOURCE.
+ How long does it take to submit a proposal?
It will range from 5-10 minutes, depending on your submission. You will have the option to complete our Detailed Submission Form or our Basic Submission Form.
+What happens after I propose an idea?
The SIGMUND Team will review your idea and reach out within 72 hours to let you know if it will be posted on OPEN · SOURCE or if we require more information. It is then open for collaborators from around the world to send you helpful information, tips, and advice to help further your idea. Any responses will come through @sgmnd.org. Your email address will remain private unless you would like to directly email a collaborator to discuss their message further.
+ Where will my project be featured?
Your idea will be posted on SIGMUND’s OPEN · SOURCE platform online. Periodically, SIGMUND will send an email with a selection of submissions from OPEN · SOURCE as well. Additionally we will highlight a selection of submissions via social media and press release.
+ Can someone take my idea if I post it on OPEN · SOURCE?
The short answer is, Sure. The long answer is, Not likely. At SIGMUND, we believe brilliant ideas can’t come to fruition if they stay locked in a safe. Even the best ideas need collaboration to get off the ground. Saying that, if you have copyrightable, patentable or trademarkable material that you do not wish to share with the world yet, you don’t need to share it. And remember...nothing mentioned, nothing gained.
+ Do I have to pay to submit a concept?
No, SIGMUND never charges its users to participate.
+Is OPEN · SOURCE the right platform to request funding?
While investors may contact you as a result of presenting your idea on our site, at SIGMUND we're more interested in making connections, collaborating with one another, and seeing how we can help in ways beyond the financial. Check out our Resources page for opportunities outside SIGMUND that might lead to larger types of funding.
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