Who can participate
Experience the full cycle of digital product development
(Research → UX → System Design → MVP).
Strengthen collaboration, critical thinking, and real problem-solving skills.
Apply software engineering and design knowledge in a team-based setting.
Week 1: Research + UX + TDD
Defining the real-world problem
Research, user interviews
TDD (Technical Design Document), system planning
Mid-fidelity design, wireframes, flow diagrams
Pitch #1: Problem + Initial Solution
Week 2: Development + UI
High-fidelity design (pixel-ready mockup)
Frontend + Backend development
Building functional MVP
Pitch #2: Development Progress
Week 3: Finalization + Demo
Pixel-perfect UI implementation
Finalizing and deploying the MVP (Functionality)
Final Pitch: Live demo + presentation
Extra Points: Outstanding idea, UX, or engineering execution
Workplace 2.0
Description: Workplace 2.0 is a modern approach to the work environment that emphasizes flexibility, collaboration, and employee well-being. It involves a combination of physical space, technology, policies, and culture to create a more engaging and productive workplace
Objective: To encourage participants to propose and develop innovative technological solutions that create a flexible, digital, and human-centered work environment.
Prizes
Grand Prize
Second Place
500’000
Third Place
300’000
Shagai
CEO
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Pinecone
Enkh-Amar
VP
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Pinecone
Enkhbold
CTO
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Mezorn
Nandin-Erdene
People Manager
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Mezorn
Bat-Orgil
CTO of Mining
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TechPack
Enkhtuvshin
Senior Designer
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Mbank
Myagmar
CEO
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Sodon Solution
Next.js
TypeScript
Deployment tools
SQL / NoSQL DB
REST API / GraphQL
Figma
FigJam
Figma Slide
Deployed project URL
Presentation link (Figma slide)
Demo & Pitch 5–7 mins
Quality of the Idea
Creativity and originality of the project concept, unique problem-solving approaches, and the solution's real-world applicability and practical value.
Completeness
Reviews whether there is a working end-to-end solution, successful implementation of all core features, and quality of documentation and presentation.
Technical Architecture
Assess the robustness, scalability, and clarity of the technical structure. Is the system well-architected? Are the technologies chosen appropriate and logically integrated?
UI/UX Design
Evaluate how intuitive, accessible, and visually coherent the user interface is. Does the design effectively support the user journey and the overall purpose of the project?
Need Help?
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Every Friday, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Contact: pinequest@pinecone.mn
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