DxHub
about us
The goal of the DxHub is to:
- Provide students with real-world learning experiences
- Apply proven innovation methodologies to challenging problems
- Utilize the deep subject matter expertise of the public sector
- Leverage the technology expertise of AWS and other partners
- Solve challenging problems in ways not contemplated before
Our Process
The DxHub applies Amazon’s human-centered, ‘Working Backwards’ innovation methodology to tackle challenges facing government, education, and non-profit organizations. The DxHub team leads public sector organizations through innovation and solution workshops structured to generate big ideas and impactful solutions. Through product development sprints and customer validation testing, the team creates a ‘lean prototype’ that brings the solution to life. Students assist the team throughout the innovation process.
OUR MISSION
While providing students with real-world learning experiences, the Cal Poly Digital Transformation Hub (DxHub) applies proven innovation methodologies in combination with the deep subject matter expertise of the public sector, the technology expertise of Amazon Web Services (AWS), and other partners to solve challenging problems in ways not contemplated before.
Training and Research Center
The Paso Robles Spaceport Training and Research Center is a cutting-edge initiative by Cal Poly’s DxHub focused on advancing the commercial space industry through education, research, and workforce development. It aims to foster innovation and industry collaboration while preparing the next generation of aerospace professionals and expanding access to space-related opportunities.
Get Involved
Students and Faculty
The DxHub provides students with experiential learning opportunities in solving key problems in the public sector. Cal Poly has a respected history and passion for the learn by doing approach to education, and Amazon Web Services (AWS) has developed proven innovation processes and technology expertise in cloud-based emerging technologies. As the worlds first university-based innovation program sponsored by AWS, the Cal Poly DxHub is dedicated to connecting public sector organizations with engaged students and world-class innovation methodology and technology expertise.
Public Sector
Identify a Challenge
What issues do you see in your community or organization? Do you think working with the Cal Poly DxHub could help your team think creatively about finding new ways to approach these challenges? You’re in the right place! Public sector organizations can submit a business problem or strategic opportunity for consideration.
Partner with Us
Contact us to discuss how we might work together to utilize proven innovation methodologies to assist in solving your biggest challenges. After an initial consultation, we may ask you to formally submit a challenge submission as a first step in process.
Contact Dustin DeBrum at ddebrum@calpoly.edu with questions about our process or to schedule a discussion about your challenges.
