Making your awards program safe for children: A practical guide by Katia Ernst | Mar 10, 2026 | ArticlesThis guide explains how to systematically integrate child safety into your program, minimise risks and design digital processes so that young participants are both protected and visible, from submission to controlled publication.
Save time with e-invoicing for awards programs by Katia Ernst | Mar 4, 2026 | Feature focusFor awards program managers running paid programs, invoicing is more than simply issuing documents. It’s about maintaining a clear, reliable overview of every transaction — what has been invoiced, what has been paid, and what documentation is attached to each record.
5 Things judges wish awards managers knew by Lindsay Nash | Mar 3, 2026 | ArticlesBehind every good awards program is a panel of dedicated judges giving their expertise, time and attention to choose the best entries. So it makes sense that awards programs want to keep judges happy, to make their process easy, and to provide an experience that keeps them coming back, season after season.
Governance, risk and control: Integrated safeguards in award programs by Katia Ernst | Feb 24, 2026 | ArticlesThe integrity of an award program defines its reputation. The key question is: How can you verify and maintain the integrity of your awards program over time?
Designing awards that scale: 8 Award Force feature combinations that save time + reduce errors by Katia Ernst | Feb 17, 2026 | Feature focusHow do you scale programs while keeping processes smooth, fair and error-free? In this article, we explore some of the most effective feature combinations and practical tips for putting them to work.
Awards programs achieve 26% growth in entry volumes with Award Force by Lindsay Nash | Feb 11, 2026 | ArticlesAwards program growth is a huge motivating factor for many programs. Not only is entry growth important for programs that have an entry fee component, it’s also important for programs relying on sponsors and an incredibly useful indicator of the growing popularity of your awards.