Are you passionate about tackling supply chain challenges in the dynamic semiconductor industry? Infineon Technologies is hosting their inaugural Supply Chain Case Challenge and you can stand to win attractive prizes while gaining exposure to real-world challenges. Registration is open from 15 May to 29 May via this link: https://forms.gle/zw9tjzbzjPMZkTyG8
Are you passionate about tackling real-world supply chain challenges in the dynamic semiconductor industry? Join us at the Infineon Supply Chain Case Challenge!
Highlights
1. Stand a chance to win attractive prizes
- Champion: $3000 SGD
- Runner-up: $2000 SGD
- 3rd Runner-up: $1000 SGD
2. Open doors to potential internship opportunities
3. Gain valuable insights into real-world semiconductor supply chain challenges
Enrollment from 15th May to 29th May.
Enroll here
About the Challenge
What is Infineon case challenge about?
- Gain exposure to the real-world challenges revolving around Supply Chain.
- A platform to showcase your Supply Chain knowledge and hone your analytical and problem-solving skills.
What’s in it for you?
- Gain the opportunity for an engagement with Infineon’s Supply Chain experts.
- Gain exposure to the real-world issues revolving around Supply Chain.
- Possibility of securing an internship opportunity.
- Explore the intricate obstacles that arise in Supply Chain operations in the real world
How to sign up?
- Form a team of 4 or 5 undergraduates.
- Make yourself available on the dates* stated in the Key Activities timeline.
- Appoint a team leader, fill in and submit the enrollment form by 29th May 2026.
How to get more information?
- Refer to the FAQs section to find out more.
- Contact the organizer at
sc-challenge@infineon.com.
1. Date: 15 May, Fri
Enrolment opens (Due 29 May, Fri)(Online)
2. Date: 02 Jun, Tue
Virtual briefing for enrolled teams (Online)
3. Date: 03 Jul, Fri
Case submission deadline (Online)
4. 10 Jul, Fri
Top 5 teams notification for on-site Hackathon (Online)
5. 17 Jul, Fri
On-site Case Presentation (Venue: Infineon Singapore)
6. 18 – 19 Jul, Sat – Sun
On-site Hackathon (Venue: Infineon Singapore)
7. 19 Jul, Sun
Top 3 winners’ announcement (Venue: Infineon Singapore)
8. 31 Jul, Fri
Grand Finale (Venue: Infineon Singapore)
Participation and Judging Criteria
What is Infineon case challenge about?
- Gain exposure to the real-world issues revolving around Supply Chain.
- A platform to showcase your Supply Chain knowledge and hone your analytical and problem-solving skills.
Eligibility
- This case challenge is open to all full-time undergraduates from any Singapore-based universities.
- Teams consisting of 4 or 5 students enrolled in a full-time academic undergraduate program.
- Teams can consist of members from one or more universities.
- Participants must not be currently working for or worked for Infineon as an employee or contractor.
- However, participants who worked for Infineon as interns in the past are welcome to join. Other terms and conditions apply.
The Challenge
The case challenge comprises three rounds:
The Qualifying Round, the Hackathon (including case presentation) and the Final Presentation.
The 5 teams that qualify for the Hackathon will receive notification via email by 10th July 2026.
The 3 teams that qualify for the Final Presentation will be informed at the end of the Hackathon on 19th July 2026.
Rounds
Qualifying Round – Due 3rd July 2026
- What is to be submitted?
- An executive summary of how your proposed solution addresses the case problem.
- Resources available to teams:
- Detailed slide deck on case problem and relevant processes will be distributed to the teams after the virtual briefing on 2nd June.
- Submission requirements:
- Write-up length: Not more than 1000 words
- Diagrams: Not more than 10 diagrams/visualizations to support your write-up
- Text format: Use Arial font, size 12
- File format: MS Word or PDF
- File name: “TeamName_ExecSummary”
Hackathon (including case presentation) – 17th to 19th July 2026
Case presentation requirements:
- A presentation (not more than 20 minutes) on how your proposed solution addresses the case problem.
1. An introduction to the team and their solution.
2. An explanation of how the solution addresses the case problem.
3. A description of the proposed approach during the Hackathon.
- A 10-minute Q&A session after the presentation.
- Deliverables:
1. Slide deck (PPT) of the presentation with file name: “TeamName_CasePresentation”.
Hackathon requirements:
- The hackathon will start with an introduction and anonymized business data, which will be provided on the day of the event.
- The anonymized business data might include:
- Supply chain metrics, such as shipment volumes, delivery times, and inventory levels.
- Customer information, such as demographics, purchase history, and feedback.
- Product information, such as descriptions, pricing, and sales data.
- Teams will have 24 hours to develop their solutions, which can be in the form of a prototype, a proof-of-concept, or a fully functional product.
- Teams are encouraged to use any programming language, software, or tool they prefer.
- Mentors and judges will be available throughout the hackathon to provide guidance and support.
- Deliverables:
- Source codes, accompanying artifacts and documentation.
- Compiled binary files (if available).
- Judging Criteria: Details and breakdown of the criteria will be shared prior to the Hackathon.
Grand Finale – 31st July 2026
- Each team will have 20 minutes to present their solution, followed by a 10-minute Q&A session.
- The presentation should include:
- An introduction to the team and their solution.
- A demonstration of the working prototype or functional solution.
- An explanation of how the solution addresses the case problems and utilizes the provided data.
- A description of the technical approach and tools used.
- The presentation should be engaging, clear, and concise, with visual aids such as slides, videos, or demos.
- Deliverables:
- Slide deck (PPT) of the presentation with file name: “TeamName_Final” the day before the Grand Finale.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Infineon Supply Chain Case Challenge?
- The Infineon Supply Chain Case Challenge is a case challenge that aims to provide undergraduates with the opportunity to be exposed to real world supply chain problems in the semi-conductor industry.
Who can I contact for more information or assistance?
- For any additional information or assistance, please feel free to reach out to us via email at:
sc-challenge@infineon.com.
Is this competition open to schools outside of Singapore?
- No, this competition is not open to schools outside of Singapore.
Are graduate (masters) or post-graduate (PhD) students allowed to register?
- No, this competition is only open to undergraduates.
Are international students allowed to register?
- Yes, international students are allowed to register if they are enrolled in a full-time academic undergraduate program in Singapore.
Can I participate in the competition if I am graduating in July 2026?
- Yes, please kindly state your expected graduation date in the enrollment form.
Can I participate in the competition without any team members?
- No, each team requires 4 or 5 members.
Can students from different universities form a team together?
- Yes, the students must be from Singapore-based universities.
Is there a registration fee?
- No, there is no registration or enrollment fee. Interested students must enroll before enrollment closes.
How many students can enroll for one team?
- Participants can enroll in teams of 4 or 5 members.
What to do before enrollment?
- Participants should nominate a Team Leader and a team name. The team’s name must not indicate or suggest any educational institute.
- All participants must read and agree on the terms and conditions before submitting the enrollment form.
Which email address should be used to enroll?
- Team leaders will have to use their school email address to enroll for the case challenge.
Where to submit the deliverables for qualifying rounds?
- Submit your deliverables via email to the email address stated on the website.
What if my team missed the deadline to submit the deliverables?
- Teams who missed the deadline will be disqualified. Exceptions will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Are teams allowed to resubmit/ make changes to the deliverables?
- Once the team has submitted the deliverables for each round, no changes can be made.
What is the format for submission?
- Details on submission format can be found under the “Participation and Judging Criteria” section.
Are there presentations in all rounds?
- No, only teams shortlisted for the Hackathon and Grand Finale must present.
How much time will be given for the team to present in the Hackathon and Grand Finale?
- Details on presentations can be found under the “Participation and Judging Criteria” section.
When and where will the Hackathon take place?
- 17th July (Case Presentation), 18th to 19th July (Hackathon), on-site at Infineon Singapore.
When and where will the Grand Finale take place?
- 31st July 2026, on-site at Infineon Singapore.
Where will the final round take place?
- The Final round will be held in Infineon. More details will be shared closer to date.
Who can watch the final round?
- It will be a close-door presentation. Each team will present individually to the panel of judges.
Where can I find the case challenge statement?
- It will be emailed to the team leaders.
Will there be an opportunity to speak to case owners?
- Yes, all enrolled teams have an opportunity to speak to the case owners during the virtual briefing on 2nd June. Do note that it is compulsory for at least 2 team members to be present during briefing.
What is the role of the team leader?
- Team leader will be the main contact person. Team leaders will also receive case information and be responsible for submitting all the deliverables, on-site visits and logistics arrangements.
Is a faculty mentor needed for teams to enroll?
- No, faculty mentors are not needed for teams to enroll.
Are there any networking opportunities?
- All teams who made it to the final round will get to network after the final presentation.