TATA Steel TomorrowLAB 3.

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Themes & Guidelines

● Registered teams need to select any theme (multiple themes can be selected, worked upon
and submitted in separate files) out of the below 8 problem statements. Identify
whitespace, need gap, customer pain points, market size, value proposition, and business
potential (min INR 1,000 Cr at 20-30% market share) for the selected theme.

✔ Space Utilization
With the ever-increasing need for expansive living, there is a demand for innovative
solutions for space utilization. We are looking for product solutions to unlock the hidden
potential of dead spaces in households and offices by utilising overlooked and unused
areas to enhance efficiency and accessibility, increasing convenience for the user.
✔ Social Inclusion
Social Inclusivity in Public Spaces ensures that people of all backgrounds, abilities and
ages feel comfortable and empowered to access them. We are looking for innovative
solutions to enable public space accessibility for the differentially abled people by
retrofitting existing infrastructure in line with the Universal Accessibility Code (Rights of
Persons with Disabilities Act 2016).
✔ In-home Comfort
In-home comfort refers to various aspects which contribute to the enhancement of
overall wellbeing at home such as air purification, HVAC, etc. We are looking for new
innovative product solutions targeting comfort in new and existing homes (excluding
existing solutions available in the market).
✔ Water Innovation
To address pressing global challenges related to water resources, ensuring the
sustainable management of this vital resource for years to come, the focus is on
innovative product solutions for driving resilience across the supply chain and
ecosystems to re-energize water security at the community level.
✔ Advancing towards Net Zero Buildings
Achieving net zero in commercial buildings such as offices, hospitals, etc. is a complex
endeavour, requiring a combination of strategies and commitment to sustainability. It
not only reduces greenhouse gas emissions but could also potentially lead to long-term
cost savings. Thus, Innovative, and sustainable solutions for commercial buildings - for
both existing and new establishments have become the need of the hour.
✔ Urban Waste to Wealth
 India faces significant challenges related to urban waste management due to the rapidly
increasing urban population. This holds great potential for economic and environmental
benefits. We are looking to transform urban waste management space into a business
opportunity through innovative solutions around waste from homes and offices such as
solid waste, CnD waste, etc. (excluding E-Waste).
✔ Rurban Housing and Infrastructure
Rurban mass housing and infrastructure are a critical components of sustainable and
inclusive development of the country. This contributes to addressing issues of housing
shortage, better living conditions, reduction in urban migration and enhancement of
overall quality of life for citizens. Thus, there is an urgent need for ingenious solutions
for safe, secure and affordable housing and infrastructure such as social shelters, homes,
medical centers, retail, skill development centers, etc. for rural, and semi-urban
communities.
✔ Rural Livelihood and Productivity
Farmer's livelihoods are complex, influenced by a combination of factors and often
require a multi-dimensional approach to address challenges and enhance their
well-being. This can be achieved through innovative product-based solutions for value
chain productivity enhancement such as in the areas of waste reduction, storage
solutions, value addition, etc.

● Teams need to develop a Business case around the selected theme by following Business
Model Canvas (Please follow the template available in the case brief download)
● Identify Risks associated with Business
● Submit a PPT with up to 7 slides of their BIG Idea excluding a cover slide containing team
details. Annexures, if desired, can be added in addition to these slides.
● It is mandatory to have Business Model Canvas on the 1st slide. The rest of the slides can
contain the Inputs/ Insights generated for business and other details mentioned above.
● Deck submissions can be uploaded only in .ppt/.pptx/.pdf format and please ensure that file
size is less than 5 MB.
● Only the Team Leader would be able to make the submissions. Please submit your files in
this naming convention only:
(i) Leader's First Name_Team Name_Dept. Name (for Employees)
(ii) Leader's First Name_Team Name_Institute Name (for Students)
● Team leader can change their submissions by clicking on Submission and then Change
Submission, any time before the submission deadline.
● Please make your submissions well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute hassles.