Register now for the 2013 iAwards
Expressions of interest for the 2013 iAwards are now open. If you or your company have created an innovative ICT product or service, or know of an outstanding ICT innovator, register your interest in the 2013 iAwards program at www.iawards.com.au.
Now in its 19th year, the iAwards is Australia's premier technology awards program, boasting the most comprehensive array of awards which recognise achievements made in ICT across all facets of the economy.
Australia's highly skilled workforce and sophisticated R&D infrastructure has enabled it to develop a globally competitive ICT industry. By 2013, Australia's total expenditure in ICT is projected to be US$66 billion, with a compound annual growth rate of eight per cent over the period 2003-2017. (Source: Austrade Benchmark Report 2011).
The iAwards program is designed to recognise and celebrate the endeavours made by the companies and individuals who are leading the way with the development and application of innovative technology in Australia and are helping to drive the future and productivity of the Australian economy.
The iAwards' host partners, the Australian Computer Society (ACS), Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA) and the Pearcey Foundation, strongly advocate the importance of recognising the innovation and productivity which ICT delivers across all facets of Australian life.
The goal of the iAwards is to showcase to leaders in business, industry and government the value that ICT delivers to Australia and to celebrate the individuals and companies that are actively leading ICT.
Further, the iAwards also recognise the achievements made and value added by ICT professionals, CIOs and innovators.
Why Enter the iAwards?
The 2013 iAwards categories cover all aspects of industry and touch on the myriad of ways in which ICT adds value and drives productivity in Australia ¡V from eHealth, Resources & Mining, eLearning and eLogistics through to Sustainability and GreenIT, Consumer Applications, Research & Development and Infrastructure.
A full list of categories with details and entry requirements can be found at www.iawards.com.au.
The iAwards are judged by industry, for industry. The iAwards is a gateway for showcasing achievements across the ICT sector, government and the community.
The iAwards promotes the relationships between the ICT industry and vertical business sectors in every field and endorses the value of innovative ICT products and services.
As the only truly international ICT awards in Australia, company winners of the 2013 iAwards will have the opportunity to compete with businesses from across the Asia Pacific region at the 2013 APICTA Awards (Asia Pacific ICT Awards) in Hong Kong.
2013 iAwards Categories
Development Domain
- New Product
- R&D
- Tools
Industry Domain
- Industrial
- Financial
- Resources
Service Domain
- Consumer
- Education
- Government
- Health
Society Domain
- Community
- Regional
- Sustainability
Student Domain
- Secondary
- Undergraduate Tertiary
- Postgraduate Tertiary
Professional Domain
- CIO
- ICT Professional
- ICT Woman
- ICT Educator
Pioneer Domain
- Start-up
- Vic Gov Inspiration iAward
- Benson Entrepreneur
- Pearcey Medal/Hall of Fame
Key 2013 iAwards Dates
- Expressions of Interest Open: 12 December, 2012
- Call for Entries Open: 15 January, 2013
- Call for Entries Close: 15 March, 2013
- State iAwards Winners Presentations: June, 2013
- State iAwards Winners National Announcement: 21 June, 2013
- National Phase 2 onsite judging: 5 & 6 August, 2013 - Melbourne
- 2013 iAwards Main Events including Gala Dinner & Innovation Showcase: 8 August, 2013 - Crown, Melbourne
Register an Expression of Interest for your product or company or nominate an outstanding individual in Australia's most prestigious ICT awards program: the 2013 iAwards www.iawards.com.au.
For media information, interviews and other, please contact:
Kerryn Nelson
Big Mouth Marketing Communications Pty Ltd
Ph: 03 9785 3050 / 0417 035 536
E: kerryn.nelson@bigmouth.net.au
For iAwards program information, please contact:
iAwards Program Management
Ph: 1300 665 145
E: admin@iawards.com.au
About the iAwards
Over 19 years, the iAwards has become the premier technology awards platform in Australia delivering the most comprehensive awards program in the technology industry today. Since 2011 the iAwards have been open to both the companies at the cutting edge technology innovation as well as leading professionals across the industry. The iAwards are judged by industry, for industry and provide achievements with public recognition that extends across the ICT sector to government, community and beyond. They are strongly focused on promoting essential relationships between the ICT industry and vertical business sectors in every field to promote the value of our industry where it counts most. For more information, please contact admin@iawards.com.au or visit www.iawards.com.au
About the ACS
The ACS (Australian Computer Society) is the recognised professional association for those working in Information and Communications Technology, seeking to raise the standing of ICT professionals and represent their views to government, industry and the community. A member of the Australian Council of Professions, the ACS is the guardian of professional ethics and standards in the ICT sector, committed to
ensuring the beneficial use of ICT for all Australians. It provides both members and non-members with opportunities for professional education, networking and certification, as well as enabling them to contribute to the development of their profession. For more information, please visit www.acs.org.au
About AIIA
The Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA) is the nation¡¦s peak industry body and advocacy group for the ICT industry. AIIA¡¦s goal is to create a world class information, communications & technology industry delivering productivity, innovation & leadership for Australia. AIIA influences public policy and provides members with programs, tools, advisory services and market intelligence to accelerate their business growth. For more information, please visit www.aiia.com.au
About the Pearcey Foundation
Founded in 1998 in memory of Dr Trevor Pearcey, who built Australia's first and the world¡¦s fourth programmable electronic digital computer, CSIRAC, in Sydney in 1949, the foundation is a group of concerned individuals fostering the aims and achievements of the Australian ICT industry. Celebrating its 62nd anniversary this year, CSIRAC is the oldest surviving computer in the world. The Pearcey Foundation¡¦s objective is to reinforce the recognition, knowledge and appreciation of Australia¡¦s ongoing contribution to the development and growth of our ICT professions, research and industry. For more information about the Pearcey Foundation, please visit www.pearcey.org.au
About APICTA
The Asia Pacific ICT Awards (APICTA) is an international awards program that aims to increase ICT awareness in the community and assist in bridging the digital divide. By providing networking and product benchmarking opportunities to ICT innovators and entrepreneurs in the region, the program is designed to stimulate ICT innovation and creativity, promote economic and trade relations and facilitate technology transfer. Participants of the awards program comprise members of the APICTA Alliance guided by the Framework of Cooperation identifying how member-economies can work together in support of the Awards Program as well as other programs that foster development and growth of the ICT industry in the region. Australia has enjoyed phenomenal success at the APICTA Awards in recent years. As the only truly international ICT awards in Australia, company winners of the 2013 iAwards will have the opportunity to compete with businesses from across the Asia Pacific region at the 2013 Asia Pacific ICT Alliance Awards in Hong Kong. For more information, please visit www.apicta2013.com