DATEV eG x Stellar Labs
Harnessing AI and Neuroscience for Workforce Upskilling

Stellar Labs' hybrid learning method empowers the upskilling of digital sector workers, addressing the technological skills crunch. Their AI-powered learning transfer platform, rooted in neuroscience, fosters impactful learning, enabling users to plan learning journeys efficiently, align on objectives, and assess progress through meaningful metrics, skill tracking, and expert guidance.

In close collaboration with DATEV eG, we carefully defined the key search areas to ensure alignment with their project goals. DATEV was looking to test a tool that could provide valuable feedback on usability and deliver measurable results for learners, mentors, training creators, and other stakeholders.

To meet these goals, we outlined the technical requirements for a fitting platform and considered our global scouting efforts on start-ups offering flexible, AI-based and automated employee training solutions. After an extensive search, the most promising start-ups were invited to pitch to DATEV. Among them, Stellar Labs stood out with its innovative GEAR methodology, rooted in neuroscience and powered by AI. This unique combination made them the perfect partner for a pilot project with DATEV to test the solution fit in their environment.

The main objectives were to collect insights on how the AI-based learning platform affected the trainer and training author process, the learner’s experience and results, and how it facilitated self-regulated, individualized learning journeys. Additionally, the project aimed to identify the technical requirements necessary for implementing the platform at DATEV eG.

Alongside the project, TechFounders provided the start-up with coaching and mentoring as part of their accelerator program, which has been proven to result in more successful projects with corporate partners. By hosting regular check-ins separately with the corporate partner and the start-up, TechFounders ensured the collaboration ran smoothly and to navigate and mediate any challenges between the two parties.