Entrants, judges, internal coordinators and admins all work simultaneously on a single platform. Without a well-thought-out approach to user role management, that diversity can quickly turn into chaos.

Most awards programs invest significant effort in building the entry experience: clear forms, helpful guidance, well-timed reminders. But sometimes there is less thought put into what happens on the backend when those entries arrive.

Multi-round judging is an awards evaluation process where entries are assessed across two or more distinct stages. This approach helps award programs manage large entry volumes, reduce judge workload and improve the consistency and transparency of outcomes.

Going global with your competition is an exciting step. Getting your payment setup right from the start means your entrants spend their energy on submitting great work, and not wrestling with a checkout that won’t work for them in the end.