The Problem Most workplaces struggle with high sick leave — and the root causes are rarely acute injuries or illness. They are lifestyle-driven issues: • fatigue and low energy • stress and mental strain • poor sleep • musculoskeletal pain • unhealthy habits • lack of support These problems build up over time, and employees try to handle them alone. But people don’t change their health on their own — and employers don’t have the tools or competency to help them. The result? High sick leave costs, reduced productivity, and employees who are stuck in patterns they can’t break. Why it matters Sick leave is one of the biggest hidden costs in business. A single employee on sick leave costs on average 65 200 kr per year — and 20% of employees account for 80% of the total. Most of these cases are preventable with the right support. At the same time, people want help: 85% prefer guidance from a qualified professional rather than trying to solve health challenges alone. ABEL’s Role ABEL solves this gap. We connect employees with qualified health coaches who follow them closely over time — mentally, physically, and socially. Through structured guidance and our digital platform, we help people make sustainable lifestyle changes that reduce sick leave and increase wellbeing. The impact: Employees get better health. Companies save money. Society reduces the burden of preventable illness.

StudyBuddies is developing an AI-powered platform to help students form effective, diverse study groups. We solve the challenge of connecting students who struggle with collaboration or feel isolated, using AI to create personalized group matches and foster success throughout their studies. Research shows that a lack of social and academic connections leads to lower engagement and retention rates. We address student isolation and ineffective teamwork—problems that impact academic performance and overall well-being. These issues are prevalent, with studies showing that up to 40% of students feel disconnected during their education. Our focus is on empowering students with tailored study groups that drive learning outcomes and create lasting networks. StudyBuddies leverages AI algorithms to match students based on study preferences, goals, and academic strengths. Our platform includes tools to track progress, promote accountability, and provide real-time feedback. We ensure that all students, regardless of background, can find a supportive community and thrive academically. The idea for StudyBuddies came from my own experiences as a student. I’ve faced group assignments where I ended up without a group at all and failed, and I’ve seen others struggle and lose motivation because they felt lonely and unsupported. These experiences made it clear to me that there has to be a better way to create effective groups and academic communities. This became the driving force behind starting StudyBuddies.

At bimbear.com, we specialize in developing innovative planning and visualization tools tailored for the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry. Our solutions help streamline project workflows, improve collaboration, and enhance decision-making throughout the building lifecycle. We’re a passionate team of eight, committed to driving efficiency and clarity in complex construction projects. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, Bimbear is shaping the future of AEC project management.

Sunphade is a Norwegian deep-tech company with a vision to improve the energy efficiency and comfort of buildings. Our self-adjusting solar film adapts to sunlight, making windows dark when it is sunny and clear when cloudy. The solar film greatly improves indoor comfort quality, reduces energy consumption, and is aesthetically pleasing while preserving the view.

Give your things new life! Far too much is hidden away in barns, in basements and attics, etc. Norway is in 2nd place when it comes to consumption in Europe. We buy more and throw away more. This must change! Det Gule Hus is a modern sharing economy where we buy and trade with each other locally. We give things new life and save the environment from CO2. At the same time, Det Gule Hus is a meeting place for people who gather to make money from things they no longer need. Join us and make a difference to the climate and your local environment!

Agoprene is a biotech startup based in Oslo and Copenhagen. Agoprene is developing furniture foam from biomass to help the furniture industry reduce their need for petrochemicals. ​ Globally, furniture foam, which is derived from petroleum, accounts for 105 million tonnes of CO2 emissions annually. One armchair for example, emits an average of 43 kg CO2e, almost half of which is due to furniture foam. ​ Agoprene's foam is completely free of petrochemicals. We believe finding planet-friendly alternatives isn’t a challenge; it’s an opportunity.

Kobbr is on a mission to lead craftsmen, such as electricians, painters and carpenters, into a data driven future. Craftsmen are used to old and outdated software that requires several training days to master. We are building a product that our customers actually love to use and requires no training to get started. Our approach sets us apart from traditional software companies in the industry. We prioritize integrating seamlessly with existing tools, rather than replacing them. Kobbr simplifies workflows and decreases manual tasks by offering a modern alternative to pen, paper, and Excel. Since our software can be easily integrated with craftsmen’s existing software, it shortens our sales processes significantly and opens the opportunity for product-led growth. Our goal is to develop an inclusive work atmosphere and assemble a varied team, as we encourage individuals from all different backgrounds to submit their applications and join our collective journey.

InfoTiles’ innovative digital analytics platform spans the water value chain, simplifying and automating the tedious steps of consolidating data and applying real-time analytics and machine learning for water management. InfoTiles provides software that combines and enriches data from different silos - including legacy water utility systems. When enhanced with public data, utility companies discover new insights and make sustainable decisions based on facts, leading to sustainable water use in communities. Ageing infrastructure, inadequate investment, and a changing climate are all contributing to unsustainable water use and supplies globally. Data can help address these challenges in a connected and coherent way that is fit for purpose for decisions makers. For more information, visit https://www.infotiles.no/

50% of the population will encounter mental illness, but 65% leave treatment without results. We're here to change that. We develop the world's first holistic mental healthcare platform designed to improve the effectiveness of psychological treatment. Our SaaS platform for psychologists combines the basic tools needed to administer a private practice, with novel research-based treatment instruments. We are an ambitious team of psychology specialists, business developers, and an advisory board with industry specialists. You can take a look at our team [here](https://www.konfidens.no/team). Mindcare is backed by Innovation Norway, Aleap, and several private investors. We are now hiring our first team members. We're looking for two talented developers to join our company as co-founders and help build the organization and product. Is this you or someone you know? Get in touch!

OKTO is a gamification of outdoor cycling. OKTO gives you the fun of friendly competition, you compete with riders on your own level - both locally and all over the world. By completing quests, journeys, and achievements you gain OKTO points, fun rewards, titles, and more to help you reach the next level.

Better choice - Better lifeVivamart is bringing new exotic products to all its market segment and improving lives using its unique logistics solutions. Buy a bigger variety of products at www.vivamart.no and save time while ordering as well as recieving all products at home. By saving multiple long distance shopping trips, we help to reduce CO2 emissions.

Renteradar monitors our users' mortgage rates over time and compares them to the offers available in the market. We want to make the process of monitoring and comparing mortgage rates as easy as possible by creating transparency. We automatically match our users with their cheapest lenders as well as assist in the following transition. Our system uses BankID to collect the required information which makes the experience as effortless and uncomplicated as possible.

Miksapix Interactive is an indie app development company that produces interactive storytelling apps for kids with Sami folk tales and legends. Miksapix Interactive is a production company that specializes in developing apps and games. The company also sells digital products and services in a wide range and focuses on the utilization of new technology and creating good user experiences in the borderland between art, technology, and design.

Today, legal services are provided on the premises of the legal industry. We believe in making legal services available to everyone. We do this by automating legal processes by connecting law with design and technology. So that more people are able to be their own lawyers. We are testing our solutions in the Norwegian market at the moment, but all services are built to scale internationally. Stay tuned to receive more info when the legal products built to provide access to justice is ready to launch.

Bemanning er en viktig del av en butikksjefs ansvarsområde. For få ansatte på jobb i forhold til behov vil man miste potensielle salgsmuligheter, og overbemanning vil resultere i at lønnskostnader spiser opp dagens inntjening. Selv om viktigheten av korrekt bemanning er åpenbar, blir det meste av planlegging ofte gjennomført på et mangelfullt datagrunnlag, og i enkelte tilfeller basert på magefølelse. Kunder stiller stadig strengere krav til tilgjengelighet og service, noe som vil føre til at dagens begrensede form for butikkdrift vil tape kampen mot smarte, digitaliserte løsninger