How to effectively measure the long-term impact of your awards program May 14, 2025 | ArticlesAn awards program is all about the recognition of others. But, it’s equally important to shine a spotlight back on your own program to evaluate its impact. How can you leverage your data to measure your program outcomes?
Could your awards program benefit from single transferable voting (STV)? May 7, 2025 | ArticlesIs your current judging method helping you fairly identify top candidates, or could it be working against you? Let’s discuss how a ranked-choice voting system, and more specifically, single transferable voting (STV) can help you celebrate different degrees of excellence and preference.
The ultimate pre-launch readiness quiz for awards managers Apr 29, 2025 | ArticlesThe stage is set and you’re ready to open your awards program for entry. You feel ready to recognise and celebrate excellence! But, wait! You also want to make sure you haven’t forgotten anything; that your entry form is ready, your judges have what they need and that the experience will run smoothly for all your participants. It’s the perfect time for a pre-launch check.
Celebrating sustainability: How awards programs can honour environmental achievements on Earth Day and beyond Apr 22, 2025 | ArticlesHappy Earth Day! Sustainability and conservation deserve to be celebrated and recognised across the globe, and an awards program is an ideal way to do that.
Choosing the right competition management software: Essential features to consider Apr 9, 2025 | ArticlesOrganising a competition involves careful planning and execution, including the management of registration, submission, communication and judging. Here are some fundamental features to consider when shopping.
How to effectively combine quantitative and qualitative judging in score-based awards assessment Apr 8, 2025 | ArticlesIt’s important to create a judging rubric that finds the best entries every time, and one that will use a combination of transparent numerical scoring with your judges’ expert opinions to pinpoint the best entries. One of the best ways to effectively do this is to combine both quantitative and qualitative scoring.
The psychology of winning: Why recognition matters now more than ever Apr 1, 2025 | ArticlesRegardless of the industry or space, appreciating people’s contributions has become a necessity in modern times. It can foster a vibrant culture, enhance performance and maintain excellence.
Enhancing the entrant experience: What makes a great submission journey? Mar 19, 2025 | ArticlesA fantastic entrance experience means putting the entrant at the forefront of your awards program design. From an engaging entry process to ease and accessibility, these features (or lack thereof) can make or break the submission journey.
6 Common pitfalls to avoid in awards program planning Mar 11, 2025 | ArticlesAwards program planning involves laying the groundwork for an engaging awards program. At this stage, awards managers decide what they hope to achieve with the program, how winners will be chosen, the logistics involved and much more. Since it involves many elements, it’s possible for awards managers to face some challenges.
5 Places to source expert judges for a successful awards program Mar 6, 2025 | ArticlesJudges are crucial to the success of your awards program, and finding and choosing the best awards program judges begins with looking in the right places. Here are five places to source reputable judges for your awards program.
How to launch a standout podcast awards program Feb 20, 2025 | ArticlesWith over four million podcasts and more than 546 million listeners worldwide, there’s no doubt the podcast industry is officially booming. As podcasting grows, so too does recognition within the community.
Black History Month spotlight: 5 Awards programs working to recognise excellence Feb 13, 2025 | ArticlesTo celebrate Black History Month, we’ve taken a look at some of the most prestigious awards programs working to recognise achievement and excellence in the Black community.
From nomination to celebration: 6 Essential features of modern awards software Feb 3, 2025 | ArticlesAwards management software is necessary for the optimal running of awards programs. But with a variety of platforms available today, it can be confusing, and perhaps even overwhelming, to decide on the best solution for your awards program. Here is what to look for.
How and why to use Single Transferable Vote calculation for creative awards Jan 16, 2025 | ArticlesCreative awards can be a challenge when it comes to judging without bias or subjectivity, especially with traditional judging methods. But, consider this: Single Transferable Voting, which can offer creative awards programs a way to reflect the collective will of voters more fairly and inclusively.
Redefining recognition: Top tips for awards managers in 2025 Jan 8, 2025 | ArticlesThe role of an awards manager has seen significant changes in the last decade, driven by the rapid evolution of technology that reshapes how we work and live.
Prioritising people: 6 practical steps to elevate employee wellbeing in 2025 Dec 31, 2024 | ArticlesThe new year offers the opportunity to make positive changes in your organisation, particularly in the area of employee wellness. With global studies showing that sixty-six per cent of employees are struggling, employee wellbeing deserves centre stage in every organisation. And the new year is the perfect time to consider changes.
Teamwork makes the dream work: Award Force unveils entry collaboration Dec 30, 2024 | Feature focusAward Force is excited to introduce entry collaboration, a Premier account feature, which enables teams or a group of entrants to securely collaborate on an entry in real time without shared logins or additional workflows.
Award Force 2024 in review: Key updates and future plans Dec 30, 2024 | ArticlesIt’s been an eventful year at Award Force! We rolled out 19 new features and made 127 product improvements—all designed to make Award Force work harder for you.
Triumphs of 2024: A year of progress, innovation and connection Dec 12, 2024 | ArticlesAs the final days of the year rush by, it’s the perfect time to reflect on this passing year. Undoubtedly, 2024 was an eventful year. And while it can be tempting to reflect on the challenges, it’s also a great time to look back on the successes.
5 Meaningful ways to recognise your team at the end of the year Dec 4, 2024 | ArticlesRecognising and celebrating your organisation’s team members is a positive and fun way to end the calendar year. It closes the year on a high note, boosting employee confidence, reinforcing a positive work culture and creating enthusiasm for the coming year.