ENTRIES ARE NOW CLOSED!
This year is extra special as it's the 25th anniversary edition, and there are a whopping 28 categories covering the width and breadth of the industry, from technology, to people, projects, and business.
Alongside the categories that you already know and love we brought back the 'Green Award' by popular demand and made some criteria updates to reflect changes in the industry.
If you have any queries regarding your entry please contact logistics@emap.com as soon as possible!
Audio Technology of the Year
Pro audio technology involved in installations across all sectors, except production.
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AV Professional of the Year
Individuals working in the AV/IT, events or production industry, whether for an end-user organisation, a vendor or working on a freelance basis. Nominations should recognise an individual who has made a significant contribution and/or shown impressive leadership in the management of an in-house contract or vendor service-driven team.
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Broadcast, Media & Virtual Production Project of the Year
Installations using AV and experiential technology in televised events, corporate broadcast, studio- based broadcast productions. This category also covers virtual productions and online events.
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Channel Team of the Year
For any team working within channel businesses (manufacturers, distributions, integrators, resellers, consultants, production and rental companies), including sales, R&D, delivery, service teams, marketing, etc.
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Collaboration Technology of the Year
Video conferencing, telepresence, audio conferencing, web conferencing, or any other software environment, or ecosystem that delivers eco-system collaboration rather than communication functionality. Interactive touch screens should enter Communication Technology of the Year, if they are supporting collaboration environments.
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Communication Technology of the Year
Any pro audio, video or lighting hardware technology that supports connectivity, communication and collaboration. This category focuses on basic communication functionality and includes all infrastructure devices, interactive screens and cameras, such as PTZ.
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Consultancy of the Year
Organisations that provide consultancy to the AV industry independently and free of bias. They should not be sellers of AV. Typically they will provide design services and construction documents and, if required, assist in identifying qualified integrators and other AV service providers to implement projects, supervise the construction phase and provide initialisation and commissioning services.
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Control and Management Technology of the Year
All audio, visual and lighting technologies fulfilling the role of management and control in a pro AV environment, including apps and software. Commercial control systems include keypads, control panels (audio, video, lighting), touch panel controls, remote controls used in both AV applications and applied integrated systems for energy control, building management and lighting control. This also includes integrated physical access control such as keypads, serial controllers, IP-enabled controllers, and edge-based extenders. Standalone software includes all software that is not integrated or packaged with other products for AV asset management, design, show control, collaboration, content creation, scheduling, content management and room management for many solutions, such as digital signage, collaboration, cinema, live events, command and control.
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Corporate Project of the Year
Installations using AV and experiential technology in finance, legal, telecoms, IT, property, real estate, chemical/petroleum - excludes corporate lobbies, which should be entered into retail project.
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Digital Signage Technology of the Year
Digital signage technology solutions including media players, servers, software and managed services to display content in out-of-home (OOH), public environments, and by multiple individuals simultaneously to convey information, advertising, or other forms of messaging. Displays should enter Visual Technology or Communication Technology of the Year.
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Distributor of the Year
Distributors of AV technology across all markets and regions which provide equipment and support to the dealer channel on behalf of the AV manufacturers they represent. In most cases distributors provide all the services and support elements that are available directly from the manufacturers, including inventory to accommodate immediate needs, warranty processing, service support, project and design assistance as well as demonstration equipment, sales training and sales assistance.
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Education Project of the Year
Installations using AV and experiential technology in all kinds of learning environments, such as higher, primary, secondary, further education and auditoriums – and covering applications such as lecture capture and distance learning.
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End-User Team of the Year
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Open to all end-user teams and businesses who can demonstrate innovative provision, management and/or usage of AV technology within their day-to-day business operations. This category recognises in-house AV/IT/support, production for both businesses and service teams who would typically look after the technology procurement, service selection, delivery, implementation and maintenance/management of an AV service, project or event. Please note that if entering a team, they may be outsourced, but must only serve the primary end-user organisation.
Event Technology of the Year
All pro audio, video and lighting technology involved in events, production, rental and staging.
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Events and Entertainment Project of the Year
Temporary installations using AV and experiential technology in live events, corporate events, entertainment shows, awards ceremonies, experiential events, opening and closing ceremonies, sponsored events, exhibits, sales conferences, product launches, exhibition events, music events, outdoor events and festivals, etc.
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Green Award
*NEW CATEGORY*
This award will recognise how a sustainable approach has improved commercial performance, competitiveness, employee engagement, and customer and supplier perception. It will also reward innovative practices; future sustainability plans and awareness; and the greatest commitment to reducing its impact on the environment. To be considered for this award, as a minimum, the entrant must demonstrate in their entry: - That they are attempting to / have achieved big steps forward in the environmental impact of their organisation - That they are analysing the entire life cycle of the business – from the suppliers and supply chains used through to post-life of their product or technology - That they are actively promoting a more sustainable way of doing business, to ensure employee buy-in at all levels - A want to push their green credentials further (ie, that they haven’t already plateaued and are still looking for ways in which to operate on a greener level)
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Integrator of the Year
Integrators that serve customers either locally or internationally across all regions, and are committed to the complete project; from design, construction and installation, from delivery to training, and from commissioning to service and maintenance.
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Leisure and Hospitality Project of the Year
Installations using AV and experiential technology in cruise ships, sports and leisure facilities, bars, restaurants, nightclubs, hotels and resorts, travel agents, tour operators, casinos and F&B - excludes large stadiums which should enter venue project of the year. However, if you have installed into hospitality areas, this would be included here.
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Manufacturer of the Year
Any organisation that is involved in the research, design and production of AV technology.
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Processing and Distribution Technology of the Year
All technologies fulfilling the role of processing and distribution in a pro AV environment. Includes processors, signal routing and switching to include signal switchers, transmitters and matrix switchers (routers) that transmit and replicate control information and IP-based AV signals outside specialist applications (such as broadcast).
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Public Sector Project of the Year
Installations using AV and experiential technology in government, military, law enforcement, emergency services, health, medical, transport, energy and utilities, and command and control rooms.
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Rental, Staging and Virtual Production Business of the Year
Organisations that provide the AV solutions customers need, whether they have a special message to deliver to an intimate group or a ‘Big Bang’ to thousands. They can provide assistance in the initial planning stages, concept and theme development, staging requirements, AV equipment requirements, pre-production planning, production, procurement, contract management, site analysis and selection, scripting and logistics, and anything else customers may need to ensure their message hits the mark, either in the physical or virtual space.
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Retail Project of the Year
Installations using AV and experiential technology in digital signage, digital out of home (DooH), retail, showrooms and corporate lobbies.
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Rising Star of the Year
Installations using AV and experiential technology in digital signage, digital out of home (DooH), retail, showrooms and corporate lobbies.
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Support Technology of the Year
All support technology including brackets, mounts, cages, visualisation, simulation, tools, accessories, monitoring, power and design tools
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Themed Entertainment and Attractions Project of the Year
Permanent installations using AV and experiential technology in entertainment environments - cinema, visitor attractions, museums, theme parks, heritage and visitor attractions, galleries, science centres and themed attractions.
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Venue Project of the Year
Installations using AV and experiential technology in large venues - houses of worship, stadiums, conference halls, historic venues, theatres, exhibition venues, musical entertainment and performance venues.
Visual Technology of the Year
All display technology, including projectors, LFD, LED, and mixed reality.