The PREPSOIL Business Model Canvas (BMC) for Living Labs (LLs) & Lighthouses (LHs) in the Mission Soil is a tailor-made tool that considers the specificities of Soil LLs and LHs to support and inspire these initiatives to find a strategy for their long-term sustainability.  []

To achieve this, the PREPSOIL BMC offers practical examples based on different exercises conducted in the PREPSOIL project. These examples can be found below and can be filtered according to different soil uses (agriculture, forestry, (post-)industrial, and (peri-)urban), as well as different elements, and spheres of intervention within each of the elements.

These examples are to serve as guidance and inspiration for the design of Business Models for Soil LLs, acknowledging the uniqueness of each of them in terms of the ambition, capacities, and context in which the LL operates.

For more information on the BMC methodology please see PREPSOIL Report on LL/LH business model plans (D4.2)

For a step-by-step guide on how to use the BMC see Business Model Canvas for Soil Living Labs and Lighthouses: A guide for users

Download your working copy of the BMC here

PREPSOIL BMC

The Living Lab methodology brings economic and financial advantages for businesses and organizations, as by operating through real-world testing and direct user involvement, it achieves significant cost reductions and maximize return on investment with faster market adoption and enhanced product and/or service quality. Delivering user-centric solutions drive sustainable growth and market leadership. Also, LLs develop innovative, low-cost solutions via collaborative co-creation, boosting operational efficiency and accelerating time-to-market.

Common to all LLs
Business Value

Living Labs offer comprehensive support in utilizing advanced tools, significantly reducing risks in the prototype phase. By assisting SMEs with testing and development during their innovation processes, Living Labs enable the creation of smart soil health solutions and services. Through user panels, co-creation tools, and dedicated labs, they provide access to essential knowledge and networks, ensuring that innovations are robust, effective, and ready for market deployment. This collaborative approach empowers SMEs to develop high-quality solutions while minimizing risks and accelerating the path to success

Common to soil LLs
Business Value