Single Source of Truth
Replace fragmented directories and outdated spreadsheets with a comprehensive, living platform that gives the entire sector a shared, up-to-date view.
Ecosystem Mapping
Map and measure complex ecosystems.
Echo builds living, AI-powered ecosystem maps that replace fragmented directories with a shared, always-current view of who is doing what, where, and for whom - for any sector, any geography.
Why Ecosystem Mapping
Turn fragmented data into
collective intelligence.
Ecosystem mapping doesn't just show you the landscape - it enables coordination, informs strategy, and drives collaboration across your entire sector.
Coordination & Efficiency
Make the landscape visible so organisations and funders can direct resources toward underserved areas - reducing duplication and maximising impact.
Evidence-Based Decisions
Integrate government datasets with ecosystem mapping to connect sector activity to measurable outcomes - informing strategy with data, not guesswork.
Sector Collaboration
Go beyond mapping to actively catalyse partnerships - identifying complementary capabilities, facilitating introductions, and coordinating collective action.
Always Current
AI-powered scanning, community contributions, and data integrations keep your map current - without relying on annual surveys or manual updates.
Replicable Model
Built on proven infrastructure that can be adapted to any sector context - STEM, arts, health, environment, social enterprise - and any geography.
Case Studies
Ecosystem mapping in action.
See how Echo's platform is already powering living ecosystem maps across different sectors and geographies.
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
WA Innovation Ecosystem Navigator
A comprehensive, living map of Western Australia's innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem - connecting startups, incubators, accelerators, co-working spaces, investors, and government agencies across the state. The Navigator gives the sector a shared, always-current view of who is doing what, where, and for whom.
- 4,500+ organisations mapped across all WA regions
- QuokkaBot - AI-powered entrepreneur support finder
- Claimable organisation profiles with self-service editing
- Annual published ecosystem report
Platform Capabilities
Everything you need to map any ecosystem.
From searchable directories and organisation profiles through to AI-powered data enrichment and published ecosystem reports.
Search, Directory & Mapping
Browse organisations by keyword, location, or program type - with an interactive geographic map to visualise coverage and identify gaps.
AI Natural Language Search
Ask questions in plain English and get instant, relevant results from across your entire ecosystem.
Claimable Organisation Profiles
Rich profiles maintained by Echo's AI and by organisations themselves through self-service claiming and editing.
Data Enrichment & Reporting
AI-powered scanning keeps profiles current without manual input. Government data overlays, live dashboards, and exports connect activity to outcomes.
The Secret Sauce
Proprietary data enrichment
& ecosystem scanning.
What makes Echo different is what happens behind the scenes. Our AI-powered modules continuously build and maintain your ecosystem data - so you never rely on outdated directories or manual surveys.
Data Enrichment
Echo's AI reads organisation websites, annual reports, social media, and public records - then automatically categorises, structures, and enriches each profile without anyone lifting a finger.
- Automated web scraping of organisation sites and public data
- AI-powered categorisation and taxonomy mapping
- Government dataset overlays - education, employment, demographics
- Change detection flags new programs, updated details, and closures
Ecosystem Scanning
Beyond individual profiles, Echo continuously scans the broader ecosystem - discovering new organisations, tracking sector trends, and identifying gaps before anyone reports them.
- Continuous monitoring for new organisations entering the ecosystem
- Trend detection across the sector - growth areas, declining coverage
- Gap identification - underserved regions, audiences, or disciplines
- Third-party API integrations for real-time data feeds
How It Works
From co-design to living platform.
Echo's ecosystem mapping is delivered as a full-service engagement - from collaborative scoping through to an always-current, AI-powered platform.
01
Co-design with the community
Facilitated workshops with sector leaders, providers, government, and funders to collaboratively define scope, taxonomy, and priorities.
02
Build, launch and test
A mobile-responsive platform featuring a searchable directory, geographic mapping, AI-powered natural language search, and claimable organisation profiles.
03
Living data
Kept current through proprietary ecosystem scanning, organisation self-service profiles, and third-party data integrations.
04
Ongoing refinement and maintenance
Continuous platform improvements, data quality assurance, and feature development across the full engagement.
05
Published Ecosystem ReportOptional
Optionally, we can produce and publish an annual ecosystem report based on a snapshot of the data in the platform - co-branded with contributing partners, with opportunities for targeted research projects.
Built for Any Sector
One platform, every ecosystem.
Echo's ecosystem mapping platform is built on proven, replicable infrastructure that adapts to any sector context and geography.
STEM & Education
Map programs, providers, and teacher development across a state - connecting schools with the right resources.
Arts & Culture
Understand the distribution of arts organisations, funding flows, and community programs across a region.
Health & Wellbeing
Identify service gaps, map provider coverage, and coordinate community health initiatives.
Social Enterprise
Track the startup ecosystem, incubators, accelerators, and support services across a geography.
Environment & Climate
Map sustainability programs, conservation organisations, and community action groups.
Regional Development
Understand the full landscape of organisations, programs, and funding in a regional area.
Discuss your ecosystem.
Echo builds living, AI-powered ecosystem maps for any sector, any geography.