SAP.iO

About The Fund

SAP.iO is a venture arm of SAP, focusing on accelerating innovation and driving new business models for SAP. The fund operates by investing in and incubating startup innovation that strategically aligns with SAP's core business domains. SAP.iO targets startups in various sectors, including Software (Web Marketplace Saas, etc.), Business Solutions, Retail & E-Commerce, IoT & Wearables, A.I. & Big Data, Blockchain & Cryptos, Cloud Services & Infrastructure, Impact, Logistics & Distribution, Robotics, and Nanotechnology. Their investment portfolio ranges from Pre-Seed to Series A stages, with a sweet spot investment of around $1,000,000. They typically invest between a minimum of $100,000 and a maximum of $10,000,000. With $35,000,000 in assets under management, SAP.iO utilizes its SAP.iO Foundries, inclusive entrepreneurship initiatives, and SAP BTP Startup Program, among others, to support startups. From fostering ERP & Finance, Supply Chain Management, Human Capital Management, CRM & Customer Experience, to Spend Management through their Business Technology Platform, SAP.iO has extended its global footprint with locations in major cities such as San Francisco, New York, Berlin, Munich, Paris, Tel Aviv, Singapore, and Tokyo. Their commitment to innovation is shown through their portfolio's performance, with 5 unicorns, over 70 exits, and the creation of 42,000+ jobs across 45 countries. The startups they have supported have collectively raised over $12.9B in VC funding. SAP.iO's recognition for leadership in inclusive entrepreneurship, portfolio quality, and program impact solidifies their position as a key player in the startup ecosystem. As part of their ongoing support for startups, SAP.iO continues to collaborate with the larger community, including founders, customers, VCs, colleagues, and friends to drive growth, with support structures like SAP PartnerEdge, GROW with SAP for scaleups, and the Hypergrowth Catalyst Program.