Capgemini has announced that its “Innovators Race” – a challenge that pits young minds against each other to solve real business challenges – is now open for entries.

The competition was originally established to showcase applied innovation and nurture new talent, with a particular emphasis placed on the use of newer digital technologies such as social media.

The first step involves teams from universities and colleges based across the UK, Netherlands, France, Brazil, North America and India submitting their ideas via one-minute “selfie-styled” videos, which will be uploaded to innovatorsrace.com.

Following the initial stage there will be international heats, with the two top teams ultimately competing in a grand finale – the winning business solution will be brought to life by Capgemini, combined with the award of a $25,000 cash prize to the winning team.

This competition follows Capgemini’s community challenge, where 25 students were brought together to improve their business nous and help specific charities of their choice.

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