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How to use Scott

Scott is our AI-powered Scouting Assistant designed to help you find and analyse potential opportunities with ease. Using Open AI's cutting-edge technology, Scott streamlines your scouting process, providing faster and more relevant insights.

Why Use Scott?

  • Effortless Scouting: Scott scans vast amounts of data to deliver the most relevant results, saving you valuable time.

  • Natural Language Interaction: Simply type your query in plain English (or any language), and Scott will generate clear, precise answers.

  • Comprehensive Insights: From industry trends to specific company details, Scott helps you make informed decisions quickly.

Getting Started with Scott

Step 1: Accessing Scott

  • Navigate to the Scott section on the left-hand menu of your dashboard.

  • You'll find a prompt at the bottom where you can type your query: "Ask Scott anything about innovative companies you are searching for..."

Step 2: Accessing Scott from the Golden Basket

You can also access Scott directly from a company card in your Golden Basket.

Scroll down on the company card and, under 'Ask Scott', click "Click here to research this company with Scott".Screenshot 2026-01-22 at 15.03.34-1

Scott will open automatically and provide recommended questions about that specific company, allowing you to explore key insights instantly without having to formulate a query yourself.Screenshot 2026-01-22 at 15.09.10

Step 3: Using Scott Effectively

  • Be specific with your queries for better results. Example:

    • Instead of: "Show me some biotech startups," try "Find innovative biotech startups in Europe that focus on gene editing."

  • Scott will return a list of companies or opportunities that match your criteria.

Step 4: Example Queries to Try

Here are some queries that work well with Scott:

Industry-Specific Searches

    • "Find AI companies specialised in computer vision and self-driving technologies in Belgium."

    • "Show me companies recycling batteries from electric vehicles in Europe."

Company-Specific Queries

    • "Tell me more about [Company Name] (e.g., business model, funding, features)."

    • "Compare [Company A] and [Company B] in a table including firmographics and financing info."

Broader Market Research

    • "Give me more companies in Europe that provide a platform for building managers to monitor rental assets."

    • "List five startups in Brussels in the smart city and smart building industry (Max 10 years old).

Enhancing Your Search Results

  • If you need more detailed information, refine your query or request a comparison.

  • Use Scott to discover emerging trends and gain a competitive edge in your industry.

Scott is your ultimate AI-powered Scouting Partner—efficient, intelligent, and always ready to help. Try it today and supercharge your innovation search!

 

For additional guidance, here's a video that walks you through the steps in detail