From Concept to Prototype
At Consultancy Business Agency (CBA), we believe that collaboration is the cornerstone of innovation. The recent Prototyping Moonshot Thinking Training Program brought together students from Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), Fab Lab Barcelona, Barcelona Executive Business School (BEBS), and our CBA team. This collaboration fostered a dynamic exchange of ideas, empowering participants to collaboratively create groundbreaking prototypes.
About Fab Lab and UPC
Located in the heart of Barcelona’s 22@ District, Fab Lab Barcelona is a global leader in digital fabrication and innovation.
As the first Fab Lab in the European Union, established in 2007 within the Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia (IAAC), it has become a hub for pioneering research and educational programs. The lab plays a crucial role in driving the transition to Industry 4.0 by providing state-of-the-art facilities that empower students and professionals to explore advanced technologies.
Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC) is a key collaborator with Fab Lab Barcelona, fostering a multidisciplinary approach to innovation.
UPC is placed by QS World University Rankings among the world’s 50 best universities in Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
Together, they create a dynamic environment where students, researchers, and industry experts converge to tackle real-world challenges through prototyping and digital fabrication. This synergy not only enhances the learning experience but also contributes to developing transformative solutions across various industries.
Who is BEBS ?
Barcelona Executive Business School (BEBS) is a business school based in Barcelona, supported and authorized by the Government of Spain. As a private institution accredited by the Spanish government, BEBS delivers top-tier educational programs recognized internationally.
BEBS holds accreditations from both the Catholic University of Ávila and the Catholic University of Murcia, institutions listed on the Forbes list for their excellence. In addition, BEBS has recently partnered with Blackwell Global University to offer students an internationally official U.S. accreditation.
About CBA
We are a U.S.-based consulting company offering worldwide services to help entrepreneurs, government institutions, educational institutions, and large companies navigate their business, technology, education, marketing, and innovation journeys. Our consultants have worked with Fortune 500 companies and government entities, including the Municipality of São Paulo and other global institutions, earning recognition worldwide.
Prototyping Moonshot Program
Our CBA brought together stakeholders to provide valuable feedback for project development. During the training session, participants from BEBS and UPC collaborated closely to develop innovative prototypes addressing real-world challenges. Guided by Fab Lab’s expert team, participants leveraged cutting-edge technologies and utilized digital fabrication tools to bring their ideas to life. This hands-on experience allowed students to transform academic concepts into tangible, impactful results.
CBA’s role in driving innovation
This collaborative experience highlighted the power of cross-disciplinary teamwork in bridging the gap between academia and industry. Participants gained invaluable hands-on experience in prototyping, enriched by exposure to industry feedback provided by our CBA team.
This interaction fostered creativity, an entrepreneurial mindset, and a deeper understanding of real-world applications.
Why it matters
Our participation in the Prototyping Moonshot Program reaffirms our commitment to innovation, sustainability, and preparing participants for the challenges of Industry 4.0.
At CBA, we are proud to be part of such transformative collaborations that drive innovation and empower the next generation of leaders.
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