What we offer

The AUT Business Innovation Centre assists entrepreneurs with a unique idea or invention, with access to expertise to reach their full potential. The centres’ focus is on innovative technology ideas or companies with export potential and intellectual property capabilities. Through a unique collaborative environment, the centre drives the process, transforming innovative ideas into business success.

International statistics show that the success rate of infant ventures can increase by up to 87% through access to a range of professional services and business acumen applied in the early stage of growth. The centre's success is grounded in an internationally proven formula, delivering the essential processes and expertise for getting ideas into the market.

The centre aims to contribute to New Zealand's knowledge economy through accelerating business growth of companies with an international focus that are sustainable and have a reduced risk of business failure.

From setting up your company, to structuring a tax framework, our independent legal partners specialise in early stage technology start ups.

Core to the value of technology start ups is the protection of your invention and product concept. Our independent patent attorneys are here to advise and structure your ongoing IP strategy requirements including patent preparation and filing, design protection and off-shore market protection.

Both market planning and positioning services are available from our team and associated partner consultants, ensuring your company maximises its commercial potential, whether in local or international markets.

Our experienced team is composed of key business leaders and professionals that have been working to develop young businesses for over 15 years in both the commercial and university sector. Our independent advisory board is also critical in providing experienced advice and strategy to all our start ups.

Various funding and investment resources might be available for your venture; our networks have access to venture capital and angel investment groups, development grant organisations, bank loans and private investment opportunities.

Our experienced team ensures your products meet the performance requirements expected in the technology market, through intensive technical assessment, research and development, product trials and testing.

To ensure ongoing growth and added value for your company, our team helps tailor the appropriate project management elements that are critical to success; including time and resource allocation, budget control, performance milestones and associated research and development activities.

Maintaining regular cash flow, financial health checks and planning for annual budgets are just a few examples of how our experienced accountant can assist in the structuring and management of your company's finances.

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AUT Business Innovation Centre - What we offer

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