Pitches will be evaluated based on the following factors:
Scoring Breakdown | Description | (1) Needs Improvement | (2) Fair | (3) Good | (4) Excellent | (5) Outstanding |
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Value Innovation (20%) | How unique and innovative is the solution? | The idea lacks originality and does not introduce a new or meaningful approach. | The idea is not highly original, with minimal innovation or differentiation from existing solutions. | The idea is creative, but has some similarities to existing solutions. | The idea is unique with significant innovation that differentiates it from existing solutions. | The idea is highly original and presents a novel approach or breakthrough solution that has not been widely explored. |
Market Potential (20%) | Does the solution have the potential for large-scale impact? | The idea lacks clear market potential or a defined audience. | The idea has limited scalability or unclear market demand. | The idea has moderate market potential and is feasible in certain conditions or specific communities. | The idea has good scalability and can be expanded to serve a broader audience with proper execution. | The idea has strong potential to reach and positively affect a large number of people or a significant market. |
Commercial Viability & Scalability (20%) | Can the idea be developed into a sustainable business model? | The solution is not commercially viable or scalable. | The concept is interesting but lacks financial viability. | The idea has potential but lacks a strong business model or clarity in how it can be scaled. | The solution has a solid plan for sustainability and scalability, though some details may need refinement. | The solution has a well-defined and feasible business model with clear monetization strategies and growth potential. |
Technical Feasibility (20%) | Is the solution technically viable? Can it be realistically built and implemented? | The idea is not technically feasible or lacks clarity in how it can be built. | The feasibility is questionable, with unclear technical execution. | The idea is feasible but requires significant development or refinement to be implemented. | The solution is practical and implementable, though some challenges may exist. | The idea is highly feasible, with a strong understanding of necessary technology, resources, and implementation steps. |
Quality of Presentation (20%) | Is the pitch clear, well-structured, and engaging? | The pitch is difficult to follow, unstructured, or lacks clarity and engagement. | The pitch is somewhat unclear, lacks a logical structure, or does not effectively communicate the idea. | The pitch is understandable but could be more engaging or structured more effectively. | The pitch is strong, with a clear and compelling structure but may have minor areas for improvement. | The pitch is exceptionally well-organized, engaging, and clearly communicates the problem, solution, and impact. |