A hackathon is an intense, fast-paced innovation sprint where teams collaborate under time pressure to develop real solutions. While some hackathons focus on technology, many revolve around business, policy, healthcare or social impact—bringing together designers, strategists, entrepreneurs, and industry experts to tackle complex challenges.

In this high-energy environment, participants work towards concrete outcomes, refining their ideas and pitching them to a jury or audience. Some hackathons include prizes, but the real impact comes from breakthrough solutions, new partnerships, and the momentum they create.

We organize hackathons tailored to any audience, any industry, and any challenge—driving rapid innovation with real results.

Most of our hackathons last one to two days, typically running from 9 AM to 5 PM. Traditionally, hackathons span 24 hours, sometimes including overnight sessions. However, the ideal duration depends on the process, target audience, and desired outcomes.

We offer online, hybrid, and offline hackathons, with some events lasting just a few hours or two half-days. Based on your goals, we can advise on the optimal format and length to maximize engagement and results.

A brainstorming session can be useful for generating ideas, but it lacks the structure, urgency, and hands-on execution that make a hackathon so effective. A hackathon goes beyond discussion by pushing participants to develop concrete solutions, prototypes, or strategies within a short time frame.

The time pressure of a hackathon forces focus, collaboration, and quick decision-making, leading to tangible results rather than just concepts. Unlike a brainstorming session, where ideas can remain abstract, a hackathon requires participants to present their solutions to peers, stakeholders, or a jury. This added accountability increases engagement and ensures real progress.

Yes, please contact us using the contact form at the bottom of this page. We can check with one of our clients to see if you can attend a hackathon. This will give you a firsthand experience of the format and benefits, helping you decide if outsourcing a hackathon is the right fit for your organization.

The costs of organizing a hackathon depend on many factors, including the location, its duration and additional features like hiring a photographer or a professional speaker for the event. Since each hackathon is tailored to specific needs, it’s best to discuss your requirements briefly. After that, we can provide you with a price estimate for organizing your hackathon. For more details, please contact us at the bottom of this page.

No, hackathons are not about cybersecurity breaches or illegal hacking. The term "hackathon" is a combination of “hack” (creative problem-solving and rapid prototyping) and “marathon” (an intensive, time-limited event).

Hackathons originally emerged from the startup scene, where programmers collaborated to develop new technologies. However, they have evolved far beyond that. We now organize hackathons for various target groups, including student hackathons and other audiences such as civil servants, donors, designers, developers, data scientists, marketers, and innovators.

A hackathon is a high-energy innovation sprint where teams tackle challenges in a short time frame, working toward concrete ideas, prototypes, or solutions. While some hackathons focus on coding, many address business, social, and industry-specific challenges, making them relevant for a wide range of participants.

A hackathon is a powerful tool for driving innovation, solving challenges, and fostering collaboration within your organization.

The impact depends on the type of participants and the duration of the hackathon. Within one day, teams can develop a strong concept, while a 2- to 3-day hackathon often results in a functional prototype or a more refined solution.

Hackathons help tackle pressing business challenges, bring together employees from different departments, and encourage knowledge-sharing in ways that traditional meetings cannot. They also boost employee engagement by giving teams the opportunity to experiment, take ownership, and contribute ideas in a dynamic environment. Additionally, hosting a hackathon helps identify high-potential employees, attract external talent, and position your organization as an innovation leader.

By creating a structured, high-energy environment, hackathons accelerate idea generation, improve internal processes, and generate new business models or solutions that can drive meaningful change.

Yes, we offer flexible collaboration options tailored to your needs. Whether you need full-service hackathon organization or just support in specific areas such as concept development, facilitation, or participant recruitment, we can adapt to your requirements. We can assist with virtual, hybrid, or in-person hackathons and adjust our level of involvement based on your internal capabilities. Contact us to explore how we can best support your hackathon.

We organize external hackathons, internal hackathons, or a combination of both, depending on your objectives. Internal hackathons are ideal for fostering collaboration, innovation, and problem-solving within your organization. External hackathons bring in fresh perspectives, attract talent, and engage industry experts, customers, or partners.