Best Use of Technology

This award recognises an organisation in Ireland’s manufacturing sector that has demonstrated the most outstanding and effective application of technology within their operations. In a time of rapid technological advancements, this category seeks to recognise those manufacturers that have harnessed the power of innovation to drive excellence and transformation across their entire production process. 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.

• Background: Please outline the technology nominated including a summary of its uses and benefits to your company.
• Key Projects & Initiatives: Please provide a brief description of significant projects or initiatives that utilised the technology nominated, detailing how it was successfully integrated by your company.
• Innovation: Please include details of any unique efforts or processes that have been employed, demonstrating how the technology helped the outcome or was a positive force for change within your company.
• Outcomes & Results: Summarise the outcomes of these efforts including the contribution to business growth , benefits to your company, and provide evidence that the technology has provided a return on investment.
• Supporting Facts & Statements: Include any other facts or statements that you feel are relevant to support the entry or statements that you feel are relevant to support the entry.