Partner with Propella
Global Competitive Advantage
Providing support for innovators with disruptive technology which gives manufacturing in the Eastern Cape and the rest of South Africa a competitive global advantage.
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Propella is a partnership between the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, the Industrial Development Corporation and the private sector.
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Our main areas of focus are on renewable energy generation, energy efficiency and related technologies, advanced manufacturing and supply chain optimisation.
Who We Incubate
A business or a business idea has been tested in the market and is:
Disruptive (Smart, out of the ordinary thinking, unique, innovative)
Will help a smart city to improve the lives of its residents
Scalable
Sustainable
Creates jobs or has the ability to create jobs
Maximise your
B-BBEE
ESD Funding Options
Enterprise and Supplier Development Solutions
Equity Opportunity
IoT
Commercialise your Idea
Propella Projects
Let's Talk
Global Competitive Advantage
Providing support for innovators with disruptive technology which gives manufacturing in the Eastern Cape and the rest of South Africa a competitive global advantage.
-
Propella is a partnership between the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, the Industrial Development Corporation and the private sector.
-
Our main areas of focus are on renewable energy generation, energy efficiency and related technologies, advanced manufacturing and supply chain optimisation.
Who We Incubate
A business or a business idea has been tested in the market and is:
-
Disruptive (Smart, out of the ordinary thinking, unique, innovative)
-
Will help a smart city to improve the lives of its residents
-
Scalable
-
Sustainable
-
Creates jobs or has the ability to create jobs
Maximise your B-BBEE
Enterprise and Supplier development Solution
IoT
ESD Funding Option
Equity Opportunity
Propella Projects
Let's Talk
Commercialise your Idea
Maximise your B-BBEE
Maximise your B-BBEE
Propella allows corporate and business partners to maximise their BBBEE scorecard, and to add value to their own operations.
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Your Needs
Spend 5% Net Profit After Tax (NPAT) for up to 25 points on B-BBEE scorecard on the Enterprise & Supplier Development (ESD) line
Enterprise Development:
3% NPAT for ICT company = 15 points
1% NPAT for all other companies = 5 points
Supplier Development:
2% NPAT for all companies = 10 points
Potential beneficiary companies of this ESD contribution must be 51% Black Owned with an annual turnover below R50 million
Our Solution
Propella is a 51% Black Owned ICT company* which has a turnover below
R50 million/year and qualifies for:
Enterprise Development contributions
3% of NPAT (ICT) to achieve 15 points or 1% NPAT for all other companies to achieve 5 points
OR
Supplier Development Contributions
2% of NPAT to achieve 10 points
Propella is classified as a Level 2 ICT company due to our core business in the development of ICT companies. Propella is also a qualifying ESD beneficiary for the General Codes.
Your Solutions
Money currently budgeted and spent on adhering to B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice used to:
- Monetise your IP
- For Investment Opportunities
- Stimulate Innovation
- Develop your Supply Chain
- Create Jobs
- Meet Client Requirements
- Fill Skills Gaps
- Enhanced ROI (B-BBEE spend)
Provide a bonus point if an enterprise development beneficiary graduates to become a supplier to your organisation.
Our Benefits
Provide support to South African innovators or ventures developing technologies with commercial value that are:
- Appropriate
- Innovative
- Disruptive
- Sector specific (ICT, IoT, Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency, Industry 4.0, Smart City)
Supplier Development
As a supplier to your organisation, through:
- Technology transfer and development
- Provision of support for the successful development of sustainable, new suppliers
Propella is an ESD Beneficiary in its own right. Enterprise and Supplier Development solution is tailor-made to cater to businesses in both the ICT and General B-BBEE codes looking to improve their Enterprise and Supplier Development contributions in a more financially efficient manner.
Your Need
Spend 5% Net Profit After Tax (NPAT) for up to 25 points on B-BBEE scorecard on the Enterprise & Supplier Development (ESD) line
Enterprise Development:
3% NPAT for ICT company = 15 points
1% NPAT for all other companies = 5 points
Supplier Development:
2% NPAT for all companies = 10 points
Potential beneficiary companies of this ESD contribution must be 51% Black Owned with an annual turnover below R50 million
Our Solution
Propella is a 51% Black Owned ICT company* which has a turnover below
R50 million/year and qualifies for:
Enterprise Development contributions
3% of NPAT (ICT) to achieve 15 points or 1% NPAT for all other companies to achieve 5 points
OR
Supplier Development Contributions
2% of NPAT to achieve 10 points
Propella is classified as a Level 2 ICT company due to our core business in the development of ICT companies. Propella is also a qualifying ESD beneficiary for the General Codes.
Your Benefits
Money currently budgeted and spent on adhering to B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice used to:
- Monetise your IP
- For Investment Opportunities
- Stimulate Innovation
- Develop your Supply Chain
- Create Jobs
- Meet Client Requirements
- Fill Skills Gaps
- Enhanced ROI (B-BBEE spend)
Provide a bonus point if an enterprise development beneficiary graduates to become a supplier to your organisation.
Our Benefits
Provide support to South African innovators or ventures developing technologies with commercial value that are:
- Appropriate
- Innovative
- Disruptive
- Sector specific (ICT, IoT, Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency, Industry 4.0, Smart City)
Supplier Development
As a supplier to your organisation, through:
- Technology transfer and development
- Provision of support for the successful development of sustainable, new suppliers
Benefit to your company
Propella will help you to bring your good idea for a new product or IT application to market.
Virtual incubation at your factory / offices.
Your developers work out of the Propella Innovation Hub, where they have access to resources like manufacturing equipment for fast prototyping and super-fast internet.
Propella uses its own team to help you monetize your intellectual property
Benefit to Propella
Ability to partner with like-minded businesses to create appropriate technology-based solutions
Act as a bridge between industry and academia
Ready market for the product, application or platform
Benefit to your company
Propella has carefully selected its incubatees and participants for their commercialisation potential
They may well be working on a product or application that will give your business a competitive edge, or save you time and money on in-house development costs and provide you with an equity opportunity
Benefit to Propella
Access to funding is a critical component to commercialising a sustainable start-up venture.
Providing our ventures with access to finance shortens the incubation or acceleration period
Benefit to your company
To explore opportunities arising from New Ideas in a safe environment for trials or testing
Research & Development capabilities
Exploring new innovations/ ideas/concepts in your Industry enabling you to be at the forefront of your competitors
Benefit to Propella
Showcase new technologies and appropriate ideas from ventures currently in incubation / acceleration within Propella who have ready made “Go to Market” opportunities
Benefit to your company
Determine what requirements, programs and training are needed to allow prospective ventures to become certified suppliers (ensure compliance with your existing process)
Enterprise development spend on a venture that converts into a SUPPLIER gains you A BONUS POINT.
Benefit to Propella
Understand the gaps within your organisations supply chain to identify and incubate or accelerate a potential match
Ultimate success story of a commercialised venture with guaranteed access to market
Benefit to your company
Facilitate establishment and growth of new ventures to create additional employment
Have your company associated with ground breaking new ground breaking technology leading to meaningful employment opportunities or spin-off start-up ventures
Benefit to Propella
We receive ”base” funding to undertake developing technologies that creates sustainable jobs
We have the pleasure of “releasing” industry resources into the market should any ventures fail
Benefit to your company
Propella could serve as an Alternative Supplier (procurement requirements) as prescribed by your clients
Benefit to Propella
Propella, individual resources from Propella or start-up ventures with desirable credentials can fulfil this demand as an approved supplier to your company
Benefit to your company
Where new skills are required by your business:
- Augment skills shortages
- Short term development support through our incubatees or interns
- 30% subcontracting requirement for Public Sector
Benefit to Propella
Through training Propella can create these skills based on client demand (eg Power BI competencies), and benefit while utilising the resources on internal projects during their training period
Enterprise and Supplier Development Solutions
Enterprise and Supplier Development Solutions
Propella is an ESD Beneficiary in its own right. Enterprise and Supplier Development solution is tailor-made to cater to businesses in both the ICT and General B-BBEE codes looking to improve their Enterprise and Supplier Development contributions in a more financially efficient manner.
Monetize your Intellectual Property
Benefit to your company
Propella will help you to bring your good idea for a new product or IT application to market.
Virtual incubation at your factory / offices.
Your developers work out of the Propella Innovation Hub, where they have access to resources like manufacturing equipment for fast prototyping and super-fast internet.
Propella uses its own team to help you monetize your intellectual property
Benefit to Propella
Ability to partner with like-minded businesses to create appropriate technology-based solutions
Act as a bridge between industry and academia
Ready market for the product, application or platform
Investment Opportunity
Benefit to your company
Propella has carefully selected its incubatees and participants for their commercialisation potential
They may well be working on a product or application that will give your business a competitive edge, or save you time and money on in-house development costs and provide you with an equity opportunity
Benefit to Propella
Access to funding is a critical component to commercialising a sustainable start-up venture.
Providing our ventures with access to finance shortens the incubation or acceleration period
New Innovation
Benefit to your company
To explore opportunities arising from New Ideas in a safe environment for trials or testing
Research & Development capabilities
Exploring new innovations/ ideas/concepts in your Industry enabling you to be at the forefront of your competitors
Benefit to Propella
Showcase new technologies and appropriate ideas from ventures currently in incubation / acceleration within Propella who have ready made “Go to Market” opportunities
Supply chain
Benefit to your company
Determine what requirements, programs and training are needed to allow prospective ventures to become certified suppliers (ensure compliance with your existing process)
Enterprise development spend on a venture that converts into a SUPPLIER gains you A BONUS POINT.
Benefit to Propella
Understand the gaps within your organisations supply chain to identify and incubate or accelerate a potential match
Ultimate success story of a commercialised venture with guaranteed access to market
Job Creation
Benefit to your company
Facilitate establishment and growth of new ventures to create additional employment
Have your company associated with ground breaking new ground breaking technology leading to meaningful employment opportunities or spin-off start-up ventures
Benefit to Propella
We receive ”base” funding to undertake developing technologies that creates sustainable jobs
We have the pleasure of “releasing” industry resources into the market should any ventures fail
Client Requirements
Benefit to your company
Propella could serve as an Alternative Supplier (procurement requirements) as prescribed by your clients
Benefit to Propella
Propella, individual resources from Propella or start-up ventures with desirable credentials can fulfil this demand as an approved supplier to your company
Benefit to your company
Benefit to your company
Where new skills are required by your business:
- Augment skills shortages
- Short term development support through our incubatees or interns
- 30% subcontracting requirement for Public Sector
Benefit to Propella
Through training Propella can create these skills based on client demand (eg Power BI competencies), and benefit while utilising the resources on internal projects during their training period
Propella is an ESD Beneficiary in its own right. Enterprise and Supplier Development solution is tailor-made to cater to businesses in both the ICT and General B-BBEE codes looking to improve their Enterprise and Supplier Development contributions in a more financially efficient manner.
Monetise your Intellectual Property
Benefit to your company
Propella will help you to bring your good idea for a new product or IT application to market.
Virtual incubation at your factory / offices.
Your developers work out of the Propella Innovation Hub, where they have access to resources like manufacturing equipment for fast prototyping and super-fast internet.
Propella uses its own team to help you monetize your intellectual property
Benefit to Propella
Ability to partner with like-minded businesses to create appropriate technology-based solutions
Act as a bridge between industry and academia
Ready market for the product, application or platform
Investment Opportunity
Benefit to your company
Propella has carefully selected its incubatees and participants for their commercialisation potential
They may well be working on a product or application that will give your business a competitive edge, or save you time and money on in-house development costs and provide you with an equity opportunity
Benefit to Propella
Access to funding is a critical component to commercialising a sustainable start-up venture.
Providing our ventures with access to finance shortens the incubation or acceleration period
New Innovation
Benefit to your company
To explore opportunities arising from New Ideas in a safe environment for trials or testing
Research & Development capabilities
Exploring new innovations/ ideas/concepts in your Industry enabling you to be at the forefront of your competitors
Benefit to Propella
Showcase new technologies and appropriate ideas from ventures currently in incubation / acceleration within Propella who have ready made “Go to Market” opportunities
Supply chain
Benefit to your company
Determine what requirements, programs and training are needed to allow prospective ventures to become certified suppliers (ensure compliance with your existing process)
Enterprise development spend on a venture that converts into a SUPPLIER gains you A BONUS POINT.
Benefit to Propella
Understand the gaps within your organisations supply chain to identify and incubate or accelerate a potential match
Ultimate success story of a commercialised venture with guaranteed access to market
Job Creation
Benefit to your company
Facilitate establishment and growth of new ventures to create additional employment
Have your company associated with ground breaking new ground breaking technology leading to meaningful employment opportunities or spin-off start-up ventures
Benefit to Propella
We receive ”base” funding to undertake developing technologies that creates sustainable jobs
We have the pleasure of “releasing” industry resources into the market should any ventures fail
Client Requirements
Benefit to your company
Propella could serve as an Alternative Supplier (procurement requirements) as prescribed by your clients
Benefit to Propella
Propella, individual resources from Propella or start-up ventures with desirable credentials can fulfil this demand as an approved supplier to your company
Skills Gap
Benefit to your company
Where new skills are required by your business:
- Augment skills shortages
- Short term development support through our incubatees or interns
- 30% subcontracting requirement for Public Sector
Benefit to Propella
Through training Propella can create these skills based on client demand (eg Power BI competencies), and benefit while utilising the resources on internal projects during their training period
ESD Funding Option
ESD Funding Option
Propella is an ESD Beneficiary in its own right
Your Organisation will obtain their points as soon as a contribution is made to Propella
This reduces the complexity & management of the ESD spend, particularly of larger organisations
Grants in the form of cash and or equipment (in kind)
- Once off or annual lump sum (ED contribution) of 3% of net profit after tax for ICT companies and 1% for all other companies
- Once off or annual lump sum (SD contribution) of 2% of net profit after tax for ICT companies and all other companies
A Loan offers a once off investment with recurring B-BBEE benefits
- As long as the loan is outstanding, your organisation will receive ESD points
- Your capital remains intact
- It is a cost-effective way of achieving ESD points
- Very little risk to the organisation
- Usually a 1 to 5-year term
How it works …
When calculating the cost of the points, it is not equivalent to the capital amount (eg 3% of NPAT) but the cost of capital on this amount (assume 10% per annum)
You provide an interest free & surety free (optional) loan to Propella
For this:
- You receive 70% ED recognition for an unsecured loan (eg R 100 000 spend required, loan amount of R142 857)
- You receive 50% ED recognition for a secured loan (eg R 100 000 spend required, loan amount of R 200 000)
The capital amount is paid back at the end of the term or reinvested
Generally, this option has a direct impact on supply chain & procurement elements
This requires a fixed term commitment from your company and this could be a combination of grants, loans, equity and direct support from your company or consultant
Propella is an ESD Beneficiary in its own right
Your Organisation will obtain their points as soon as a contribution is made to Propella
This reduces the complexity & management of the ESD spend, particularly of larger organisations
Grants in the form of cash and or equipment (in kind)
- Once off or annual lump sum (ED contribution) of 3% of net profit after tax for ICT companies and 1% for all other companies
- Once off or annual lump sum (SD contribution) of 2% of net profit after tax for ICT companies and all other companies
A Loan offers a once off investment with recurring B-BBEE benefits
- As long as the loan is outstanding, your organisation will receive ESD points
- Your capital remains intact
- It is a cost-effective way of achieving ESD points
- Very little risk to the organisation
- Usually a 1 to 5-year term
How it works …
When calculating the cost of the points, it is not equivalent to the capital amount (eg 3% of NPAT) but the cost of capital on this amount (assume 10% per annum)
You provide an interest free & surety free (optional) loan to Propella
For this:
- You receive 70% ED recognition for an unsecured loan (eg R 100 000 spend required, loan amount of R142 857)
- You receive 50% ED recognition for a secured loan (eg R 100 000 spend required, loan amount of R 200 000)
The capital amount is paid back at the end of the term or reinvested
Generally, this option has a direct impact on supply chain & procurement elements
This requires a fixed term commitment from your company and this could be a combination of grants, loans, equity and direct support from your company or consultant
Equity Opportunity
Equity Opportunity
Invest in new technologies
Who wouldn’t want to have been an early investor in Google, Facebook or Uber?
Speak to us about equity opportunities in the ventures currently in incubation or acceleration programmes at Propella. With our focus on
Smart City solutions you could be pleasantly surprised by the technologies on offer by our ventures.
Invest in new technologies
Who wouldn’t want to have been an early investor in Google, Facebook or Uber?
Speak to us about equity opportunities in the ventures currently in incubation or acceleration programmes at Propella. With our focus on
Smart City solutions you could be pleasantly surprised by the technologies on offer by our ventures.
IoT
IoT
Delivering enterprise ready end-to-end IoT solutions throughout Africa
We are proud to announce that MVN-X has partnered with the Propella Business Incubator.
Propella assists Entrepreneurs and Businesses with the development of prototypes and the commercialization thereof.
Together, we intend pushing the boundaries of technology advancement, with the purpose of creating digital traceability and visibility solutions within supply chains, giving the African market a global advantage.
With our new system, you can get connected to almost anything, from anywhere.
We have collaborated to develop both the hardware and software technology platforms, for showcasing a demonstration project that collects, monitors and analyses data in real-time. All metrics are displayed via a remote dashboard.
The electronic platforms, sensors and actuators collect data, transmit data, analyse data, and feed back to devices which actuate responses, when certain parameters are out of control.
Our development leverages pre-existing global network infrastructure, and as a result, this panel can track any variable from anywhere in the world, with the benefit of being adaptable enough to take to market almost immediately.
We have implemented a “single wallet” system, whereby all your SIM cards work off one bulk data purchase. This low-cost communication platform is integrated into the overall solution.
IoT CONCEPT
Although we have conceptually applied this system within the poultry and fresh produce industry, this infrastructure can be used in any trade where traceability and visibility promotes competitive edge.
Practical solutions would include the monitoring and control of chemical parameters in pools, ponds and aquaculture ventures, the position of livestock, the environmental status of agricultural environments and the organic supply chain of consumer products etc. The possibilities are infinite.
The demo egg production system monitors the geo-location; temperature; air-flow, humidity; barometric pressure, CO2 levels, Volatiles, light and water pump status. These are all key parameters that need to be controlled to ensure the productive output of any such facility.
These variables are monitored, with an easily accessible dashboard, alerts being sent out when key parameters are being encroached, or when any intervention is required. These remote notifications mean that producers are always kept in the loop, with the power to control their machinery from any location, – together with implementing automated responses.
This innovative technology ties in with The Internet of Things Forum Africa Exhibition (IoT) between 26 – 27 March 2019 at Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg.
Simply put, IoT aims to take everything we do and put it online – so we can integrate technology on a mass scale.(https://www.iotforall.com/what-is-iot-simple-explanation/)
Delivering enterprise ready end-to-end IoT solutions throughout Africa
We are proud to announce that MVN-X has partnered with the Propella Business Incubator.
Propella assists Entrepreneurs and Businesses with the development of prototypes and the commercialization thereof.
Together, we intend pushing the boundaries of technology advancement, with the purpose of creating digital traceability and visibility solutions within supply chains, giving the African market a global advantage.
With our new system, you can get connected to almost anything, from anywhere.
We have collaborated to develop both the hardware and software technology platforms, for showcasing a demonstration project that collects, monitors and analyses data in real-time. All metrics are displayed via a remote dashboard.
The electronic platforms, sensors and actuators collect data, transmit data, analyse data, and feed back to devices which actuate responses, when certain parameters are out of control.
Our development leverages pre-existing global network infrastructure, and as a result, this panel can track any variable from anywhere in the world, with the benefit of being adaptable enough to take to market almost immediately.
We have implemented a “single wallet” system, whereby all your SIM cards work off one bulk data purchase. This low-cost communication platform is integrated into the overall solution.
IoT CONCEPT
Although we have conceptually applied this system within the poultry and fresh produce industry, this infrastructure can be used in any trade where traceability and visibility promotes competitive edge.
Practical solutions would include the monitoring and control of chemical parameters in pools, ponds and aquaculture ventures, the position of livestock, the environmental status of agricultural environments and the organic supply chain of consumer products etc. The possibilities are infinite.
The demo egg production system monitors the geo-location; temperature; air-flow, humidity; barometric pressure, CO2 levels, Volatiles, light and water pump status. These are all key parameters that need to be controlled to ensure the productive output of any such facility.
These variables are monitored, with an easily accessible dashboard, alerts being sent out when key parameters are being encroached, or when any intervention is required. These remote notifications mean that producers are always kept in the loop, with the power to control their machinery from any location, – together with implementing automated responses.
This innovative technology ties in with The Internet of Things Forum Africa Exhibition (IoT) between 26 – 27 March 2019 at Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg.
Simply put, IoT aims to take everything we do and put it online – so we can integrate technology on a mass scale.(https://www.iotforall.com/what-is-iot-simple-explanation/)
Commercialise your Idea or Prototype
Commercialise your Idea or Prototype
Invention x Commercialisation = Innovation
At Propella we are passionate about innovation engaging with like-minded entrepreneurs with a top-notch, hi-tech ideas.
If you have an idea and are wondering if it has commercial legs, we invite you to give us a call. We’d be only too happy to have a discussion with you (remember our business is helping take your business idea to new heights).
Add our experienced and sort after bank of mentors and experts, our local and national networks within corporate, government and academia together with our expertise in new venture start-up’s and you have a great shot at commercialising your idea or prototype.
Why not give us a call to find out if your idea fits our scope?
Invention x Commercialisation = Innovation
At Propella we are passionate about innovation engaging with like-minded entrepreneurs with a top-notch, hi-tech ideas.
If you have an idea and are wondering if it has commercial legs, we invite you to give us a call. We’d be only too happy to have a discussion with you (remember our business is helping take your business idea to new heights).
Add our experienced and sort after bank of mentors and experts, our local and national networks within corporate, government and academia together with our expertise in new venture start-up’s and you have a great shot at commercialising your idea or prototype.
Why not give us a call to find out if your idea fits our scope?
Propella Projects
Propella Projects
Propella Projects
Propella is working on a number of its own Smart City projects.
Sensors
Propella has developed a wide range of miniaturised electronic platforms that will significantly enhance their ability to fast-track the development of prototypes. When these platforms are integrated into an environment, using a range of sensors, the ability to monitor, control and predict the behaviour of machinery, equipment, products and services remotely, becomes a reality.
Cirrus Water
Propella have a demonstration setup of an ‘air-to-water’ machine that produces very high-quality potable water, from the environment. For a refreshing experience, why not come and taste our water?
Damsak
During times of drought, the demand for water harvesting increases dramatically. Water is typically however stored in large tanks that are very expensive and cumbersome to transport. The ‘damsak’ is folded like a bag and may be economically transported due to it light weight and minimal volume. They can also carry very large volumes of water.
NMU / ITD Project
Engeli were approached by ITD to assist in developing 40 pulse counters and a gateway to assist in communicating water consumption of water meters located at the NMU. Engeli in turn approached Propella to assist in the development of these pulse sensors. The outcome of the pilot is proving to be a success, with stable measurements being recorded on a consistent basis.
Propella Projects
Propella is working on a number of its own Smart City projects.
Sensors
Propella has developed a wide range of miniaturised electronic platforms that will significantly enhance their ability to fast-track the development of prototypes. When these platforms are integrated into an environment, using a range of sensors, the ability to monitor, control and predict the behaviour of machinery, equipment, products and services remotely, becomes a reality.
Cirrus Water
Propella have a demonstration setup of an ‘air-to-water’ machine that produces very high-quality potable water, from the environment. For a refreshing experience, why not come and taste our water?
Damsak
During times of drought, the demand for water harvesting increases dramatically. Water is typically however stored in large tanks that are very expensive and cumbersome to transport. The ‘damsak’ is folded like a bag and may be economically transported due to it light weight and minimal volume. They can also carry very large volumes of water.
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