Pioneer Program

Build with us.

The Pioneer Program is for teams running serious automation projects and willing to collaborate closely with engineering. You get early access, priority support, and direct influence over what ships next.

i.prep 2 system

Who it is for

Is this programme a fit for your team?

Pioneer is intended for teams with a clear automation objective who want close technical collaboration during deployment.

  • Cell and gene therapy teams scaling complex workflows
  • Automation integrators building multi-instrument workcells
  • R&D teams moving from manual methods to software-defined protocols
  • OEM teams evaluating open liquid handling as a platform layer

Program benefits

What you get as a Pioneer partner.

Discounted pricing

Pioneers receive preferred pricing on i.prep 2 hardware and consumables.

Extended warranty

48 month coverage for peace of mind as you deploy and integrate.

Direct engineering channel

Work directly with Veon engineers on integration questions and feature feedback.

Priority support

Fast response for troubleshooting, protocol tuning, and implementation blockers.

Roadmap influence

Help shape API, firmware, and workflow tooling from practical lab use.

On-site installation

Installation and first-run onboarding delivered by applications engineers.

Remote Training

Unlimited virtual sessions for your wider team covering scripting, automation design, and API integration.

Recognition as a launch partner

Be part of the first cohort defining what excellent i.prep 2 use looks like.

Step 01

Engage

We’re looking for early technical partners who want to build, test, and share real automation workflows using i.prep 2. Place your order, we confirm timelines, and get you enrolled in the Pioneer Program.

Step 02

Commission

Once your order is processed and your unit is ready, our applications engineers visit on-site for commissioning and your Onboarding Experience covering system setup, environment access, and developer resources.

Step 03

Collaborate

Pioneers gain access to beta firmware, API updates, and roadmap sessions. You’ll contribute feedback on API design, scripting workflows, and user experience, helping us refine tools that real automation engineers will use every day.

Ready to shape the next generation of lab automation?

Tell us about your workflow, timeline, and integration goals.