You MUST be at the TUANZ Innovation Awards this year ....... not only will the Auckland Museum venue offer you wonderful views of the city, but there will be great food, good company, hilarious entertainment and an MC not to be missed!
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While your at it - why don't you spend the whole afternoon with us. TUANZ is running its second Telecommunications Day due to the extraordinary amount of progress in this sector, and the political timing.
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ENTRIES ARE NOW CLOSED - AS OF FRIDAY 18 JULY
We apologise for the incorrect August entry close date published a few weeks ago.
TUANZ is pleased to announce the 2008 Innovation Awards in association with General Cable. This prestigious annual awards ceremony recognises outstanding innovation within the telecommunications arena in New Zealand. If you or your business has done something ground breaking this year, we want to hear from you.
These awards are for products or services originating or provided in New Zealand. All awards place a premium on innovation, be it technical or commercial. All entries must be submitted online.
There is limited seating available at the awards ceremony this year - so click here to book your corporate table now
Entry Categories and Criteria
There are two broad sections: telecommunications and people. Under each of these the awards can either be voted on by TUANZ members (V) or judged by a panel (J).
Voted awards (V) — Nominations for these categories are invited. Anyone can simply complete the appropriate online form. TUANZ will then provide eligible members with a summary of nominations and an online voting form. Members will rate the carrier(s), ISP(s) and media they read/watch on:
· Innovation
· Quality of customer service/ quality of news
· Value for money
· Technical quality (ISP and carrier awards only)
Judged awards (J) — Finalists in the judged award categories (excluding Journalist of the Year) must be available to present their entries to a judging panel (in person) in Auckland on Wednesday 27 or Thursday 28 August. All finalists will be judged on these two days.
IMPORTANT — As the initial judging to identify a short list is based on your online entry, your ability to present your award entry and articulate its value to society succinctly and precisely has great impact on our judges’ ability to judge it. Be sure to read through the criteria carefully as well as our list of important points.
Telecommunications
1) TUANZ Initiative of the Year 2008 (J)
Sponsored by Voco
For a product, service or application facilitated or enabled by the innovative use of technology in New Zealand, or by a New Zealand company overseas.
Entries will be rated for the following:
30 Points ground breaking nature of the innovation
30 points level to which achievement is demonstrated
20 points the importance and/or scale of the initiative
20 points future impact of the initiative
Total 100 points
2) TUANZ Telecommunications Carrier of the Year 2008 (V)
Sponsored by Telecommunications Carriers’ Forum
For the user's choice of telecommunications carrier (fixed or mobile) in 2008. The user's assessment of the quality of service they receive from their carrier.
3) TUANZ Internet Service Provider (ISP) of the Year 2008 (V)
Sponsored by Telecom Wholesale
For the users' choice of ISP in 2008. The users' assessment of the quality of service they receive from their ISP.
4) TUANZ Technology Media of the Year 2008 (V)
Sponsored by Equico
For the users' choice of New Zealand telecommunications publication, regular newspaper feature section, broadcast programme, or blog site of the year 2008.
5) TUANZ Mobile Application of the Year 2008 (J)
Sponsored by Motorola
For the best example of an innovative mobile application in New Zealand or by a New Zealand company overseas.
Entries will be rated on the following:
30 Points ground breaking nature of the innovation
20 Points level to which achievement is demonstrated
15 points the importance and/or scale of the initiative
15 points future impact of the initiative
10 points extent of technical achievement
10 points usability of application
Total 100 points
6) TUANZ Education Award 2008 (J)
Sponsored by Tyco Electronics
For the most innovative educational product, service or initiative developed in New Zealand, and delivered electronically to New Zealanders, which contributes to education at primary or secondary levels.
Entries will be rated for the following:
30 Points level to which achievement is demonstrated/delivered
20 Points ease of use/usability
20 points extent of value in increasing the uptake or attractiveness of learning
15 Points demonstrated need; the extent that the product or service addresses a learning problem
15 points uniqueness and/or originality of product or approach
Total 100 points
7) TUANZ Healthcare Award 2008 (J)
For the most innovative healthcare product, service or initiative developed in New Zealand, and delivered electronically to New Zealanders, which contributes to improved healthcare.
Entries will be judged on the following:
30 Points level to which achievement is demonstrated/delivered
30 Points extent of improvement in the quality and effectiveness of healthcare that may result from the initiative
20 Points ease of use/usability
20 points uniqueness and/or originality of product or approach
Total 100 points
8) TUANZ Rural Award 2008 (J)
Sponsored by Kordia
For the most innovative rural product, service or initiative developed in New Zealand, and delivered electronically to New Zealanders, which enhances productivity in the rural sector, whether it be in agribusiness, farming, the dairy industry, horticulture or otherwise
Entries will be rated for the following:
30 Points level to which achievement is demonstrated/delivered
30 Points extent of improvement in the quality and effectiveness of the rural sector that may result from the initiative
20 Points ease of use/usability
20 points uniqueness and/or originality of product or approach
Total 100 points
9) TUANZ Local and Central Government Services Award 2008 (J)
Sponsored by NZ Communications
For the most innovative local or central government product, service or initiative developed in New Zealand, and delivered electronically to New Zealanders, which enhances productivity and access to information.
Entries will be rated for the following:
30 Points level to which achievement is demonstrated/delivered
30 Points extent of improvement in the quality and effectiveness of local and central government that may result from the initiative
20 Points ease of use/usability
20 points uniqueness and/or originality of product or approach
Total 100 points
10) TUANZ Commerce Award 2008 (J)
Sponsored by Spyglass
For the most innovative financial product, service or initiative developed in New Zealand, and delivered electronically to New Zealanders, which enhances the customer’s experience.
Entries will be rated for the following:
30 Points level to which achievement is demonstrated/delivered
30 Points extent of improvement in the quality and effectiveness of commerce/business that may result from the initiative
20 Points ease of use/usability
20 points uniqueness and/or originality of product or approach
Total 100 points
11) TUANZ Next Generation Fibre-Optic Network Award (J)
Sponsored by General Cable
For the fibre-optic network project which makes the most significant contribution to moving New Zealand towards next generation fibre-based telecommunications.
Entrants will be rated for the following:
40 points level to which the project has benefited end users
30 points extent to which the project illustrates international best practice technically, operationally and financially
20 points Overall economic value of the project having regard to the number and location of current and potential users, and openess of access
10 points future-proofing of the project
Total 100 points
People
12) TUANZ Telecommunications Journalist of the Year 2008 (J)
The News Journalist of the Year will be selected on their overall contribution to users of telecommunications. TUANZ will engage an independent, recognised media authority to judge the award.
Entrants will need to submit a portfolio of three published or broadcast pieces. Each submission will include a 200 word ‘resume’ justifying its selection.
The resume will outline:
How each story arose
How the story was pursued
The difficulties in putting the piece together
Entries will be rated for the following:
20 Points depth and originality of research
20 Points innovation/uniqueness of angle
20 Points how well the writer has understood his/her audience
20 Points the quality of the writing/report in terms of clarity, and readability/flow of report
20 Points to what extent the reader will be informed, inspired and provoked
Total 100 points
N.B Please be sure to include publication/broadcast date, page and publication/programme etc
13) TUANZ ICT Innovator of the Year 2008 (J)
Sponsored by Hudson
For the person who makes the most significant contribution in the delivery of an innovation solution – as a facilitator or from a technical perspective. Please provide statements of support and referees contact details to support entry.
Entries will be rated for the following:
25 points Proven ability to identify/design an innovative technical solution to meet a business requirement
25 points Degree to which their personal contribution was innovative in approach (thinking outside the square)
25 points Demonstrated thought or technical leadership within the team
25 points Ability to see solution delivered within time and budget constraints
Total 100 points
14) Overall — TUANZ Innovation of the Year Award 2008 (J)
Sponsored by Vector Communications
For the most innovative product, service or initiative overall developed in New Zealand, and delivered electronically to New Zealanders. Nominations/entries are not accepted for this category. All finalists will be eligible for this ‘best of the best’ award.
Award Rules
1. Entries must be received by 5pm, Thursday 10 July 2008, including all final documentation.
2. Finalists will be notified by Monday 28 July 2008.
3. Products and services must have been first available to New Zealand users anytime after 1 March 2007.
4. Entries and nominations can be made by individuals or organisations or on behalf of individuals or organisations.
5. All entries must be submitted online via tuanz.org.nz.
6. Entries should clearly illustrate how they meet the point scoring criteria.
7. Entries must allow for independent audit of the material submitted.
8. Additional information sent via email, post or as attachments will only be considered if it has been requested in the specific category notes.
9. All finalists (excluding Journalist of the Year) must be present (in person) to present their work to the judges in Auckland on Wednesday 27 or Thursday 28 August 2008.
10. Any non-TUANZ members submitting entries for the Judged Awards must pay an entry fee of $120+gst . All award entries are free for TUANZ members.
11. The judges’ decision is final and judges will not respond to any requests for feedback.