Categories have been announced and registration is now open. Click on a category heading below for more information.
Word limit
There is a a maximum word limit of 2,000 words for all submissions. This word limit also includes:
- appendices,
- testimonials,
- slides in any format
The word count does not include the 100 word Executive Summary or any text provided as explanatory information for images. Any explanatory text must be kept to a minimum.
Submissions exceeding the maximum word limit by more than 10% (2,200 words) will not be judged and therefore not considered for shortlisting.
Executive Summary
Submissions should be accompanied by an Executive Summary, the maximum length of which is 100 words. The summary should be submitted in a separate document to the main submission.
The summary will be published on our website, if your entry is shortlisted, and will therefore enter the public domain. It may be used later in other collateral connected with this awards scheme.
The summary will be published without prior consultation with you and it is your responsibility to ensure that the summary does not include any confidential or other information that you do not wish to see in the public domain..
Additional media
Submissions may be accompanied by any or all of the following:
- a short video file or files or a link to a video sharing site. The maximum cumulative length of 5 minutes for any video(s),
- links to additional material, such as a demo of the programme or product,
- slides or static screen displays (maximum of 12).
Please ensure you have read the terms and conditions relating to the use of additional media.
Presentations to the judging panel
Some categories require a further presentation to be made to the judging panel. Please refer to the criteria for each category below to see if a presentation will be required.
If may be strongly beneficial if the judging panel can see the 'submission in action'.
You must be prepared to back up any claims about impact that you made in your submission.
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Terms and conditions
Please ensure you have read the full terms and conditions. By making a registration or submission to this awards scheme, in any category, you agree to adhere to, and be bound by, these terms and conditions.