Innovation of the Year

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.