InnoBiz Association Builds 'InnoBiz MetaLand' to Strengthen Collaboration Among Companies

InnoBiz MetaLand login screen.

[Asia Economy Reporter Donghyun Choi] The Innobiz Association (Small and Medium Business Technology Innovation Association) announced on the 14th that it has established 'Innobiz Metaland,' a metaverse platform, which has recently become one of the innovation trends, to provide information and strengthen networks among companies.

Created using the ZEP platform accessible on both PC and mobile, 'Innobiz Metaland' currently consists of three themes: Association Introduction, Certified Companies, and Member Companies spaces. It is characterized by allowing users to check information about the Innobiz certification system of the Ministry of SMEs and Startups and the benefits provided to member companies by the Innobiz Association, the system management organization, within the metaverse space.

The Association Introduction space provides information related to the association, including its 20-year history, major news, and promotional videos. The Certified Companies space will offer information on certification acquisition and utilization through guidance on benefits for certified companies and regular briefing sessions. The association plans to hold briefing sessions not only for companies but also for the Korea Technology Finance Corporation, which performs technology evaluations, and officials from regional Small and Medium Venture Business Administrations responsible for issuing certificates, to promote efficient operation and expansion of the Innobiz system.

The Member Companies space includes areas for guidance on member benefits by sector and consultation. It also allows real-time viewing of the 'Innobiz Morning Forum,' an educational program for CEOs that provides management insights to innovative small and medium enterprises, and will continuously discover and reflect customized content based on member company demands in the future.

The association will hold the first Innobiz certification briefing session of the year on the 24th within 'Innobiz Metaland.' Companies preparing for certification can participate by following announcements on the association’s website.

Kim Hyung-young, the full-time vice chairman of the Innobiz Association, said, “As an association leading innovation, we have established 'Innobiz Metaland' using the innovative trend of the metaverse to create a virtual space for our members,” adding, “We plan to deliver information and strengthen networks using the metaverse from the perspective of the demand side.”

Meanwhile, companies and related organizations wishing to participate in Innobiz Metaland can access the ZEP platform via PC or mobile application and search for Innobiz Metaland in the visit space.

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.