Innovation of the Year
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This award recognises a project, action or initiative carried out by an association institute, or society in Ireland that can best demonstrate true innovation. The innovation can be in any area–for example anew product or packaging, innovative use of technology or a strategic partnership which has brought your organisation to the next level. 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 particular 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?
- Innovation: 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.
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