Innovation of the Year

HOW DO I ENTER?

Visit our 'How to Enter' page for our Items Checklist & Step-by-Step Guide. CLICK HERE.

Once you have created your PDF submission and you have all items in the Items Checklist, submit your entry via the Online Entry Form. CLICK HERE.

This award recognises a project, action or initiative carried out by an organisation in Ireland’s manufacturing sector that can best demonstrate true innovation. The innovation can be in any area – for example a new product or packaging, or a strategic partnership which has brought your organisation to the next level. If your entry relates to the use of technology, please enter Best use of Technology. Entry is by a 5-page A4 submission; the judges will be looking for clear information backed up by facts that pays particular attention to the criteria listed below.

Entry is by a 5-page A4 PDF submission; the judges will be looking for a clear plan and evidence that it is delivering on core objectives, paying attention to the criteria listed below.

  • Rationale: What was the rationale behind the project or initiative? Was there a specific problem that required this innovation?
  • Innovativeness: Is the innovation an improvement on existing methods and, if so, how much of an improvement? What are the unique aspects of this improvement?
  • Idea Development: How was the idea developed from concept through design and implementation?
  • Wow factor: What is the wow factor? Judges are looking for ideas that leapfrog current processes or technology and provide simple and elegant solutions to long standing issues.
  • Outcomes: How effective is the innovation, and what are its benefits?
  • Supporting facts & statements: Include any other facts or statements that you feel are relevant to support the entry.