The curated batch of startups
your departments can pilot this quarter.
Every quarter, NextForge curates a Forge Drop — a shortlist of 10–15 pre-vetted startups across six departments. Corporate buyers get early access, cohort pricing, and a single Master Pilot Agreement for all of them.
— Q2 2026 Forge Drop
This quarter's curated batch.
Drop closes June 30, 2026
Pilots start July 14, 2026
— Pilot Timeline
90 days from handshake to results.
Request + match
You pick a startup. We confirm fit. One MPA signed. Pilot scoped in 48h.
Onboarding
Startup integrates with your environment. IT gets the audit checklist. Data residency confirmed.
30-day scorecard
Auto-generated ROI scorecard. Early signals on adoption, friction, and value delivery.
60-day check-in
Mid-pilot review. Go/no-go signal. Option to expand scope or swap startup at no penalty.
Convert or walk
Full scorecard delivered. One-click conversion to annual contract, or walk — no penalties.
— For Startups
Apply to the next Forge Drop.
We select 10–15 startups per quarter across six departments. Selection is based on product maturity, Latam market fit, and compliance readiness. Applications close 8 weeks before each Drop launch.
— FAQ
Common questions.
What is a Forge Drop?
A quarterly curated batch of 10–15 pre-vetted startups across six corporate departments. Each startup has cleared compliance, privacy tier, and product maturity checks before being included.
How is this different from the Marketplace?
The Marketplace is always-on and shows all available startups. A Forge Drop is a time-limited, quarterly cohort with special pricing, shared benchmarks, and a defined pilot start date — ideal for departments that want a structured innovation calendar.
Can I pilot multiple startups in one Drop?
Yes. You can pilot up to three startups per Drop under the same MPA. Cohort pricing applies per startup independently.
What happens after 90 days?
You receive a full scorecard and choose: convert to an annual contract (one click), extend the pilot for 30 more days, or walk away — no penalties, no awkward calls.
How do startups get selected?
We evaluate product maturity, Latam market traction, compliance posture (SOC 2, privacy tier), and corporate buyer fit. Applications are reviewed by our curation team 8 weeks before each Drop.