Innovation, Technology & AI

Innovator of the Year: Company

For a business, office, network or group that introduced something new that changed how it operates or what it delivers.

Eligibility

Businesses, offices, networks and groups only.

What you will be asked

01
The innovation
Describe the business, office, network or group, and the new product, service, model or way of operating it introduced during the eligibility period (October 1st 2025 – October 1st 2026 (inclusive)). Explain the problem it solves and who it serves. Maximum 500 words.
Max 500 words
Required
02
How it was delivered
Explain how the business developed, tested and rolled it out: who was involved, how the team was brought on board, and what was invested in time, people or technology. Maximum 500 words.
Max 500 words
Required
03
Measurable results
Show the difference it made during the eligibility period (October 1st 2025 – October 1st 2026 (inclusive)) for clients, agents, staff or the business, with numbers wherever possible: growth, efficiency, retention, satisfaction or adoption. Attach evidence that supports the figures. Maximum 500 words.
Max 500 words
Required
04
Originality and industry impact
Explain what sets it apart from existing options in the market and its potential to raise the standard across the wider industry. If AI or client data is involved, explain how privacy and security are managed responsibly. Maximum 500 words.
Max 500 words
Required

Eligibility period: October 1st 2025 – October 1st 2026 (inclusive). Submissions are open 1 October to 9 November 2026.

Supporting documents are optional but recommended: up to 4, 100 MB each.

Measurable results and supporting evidence.

30%

Leadership demonstrated and impact created.

20%

Originality of approach and innovation.

20%

Contribution to industry or community.

20%

Presentation, structure and clarity.

10%

Your submission

01
Nominate
Every entry starts with a nomination for this category, and you can nominate yourself.
02
Answer the questions
Your submission workspace opens with the category questions, word limits and autosave.
03
Upload evidence
Attach supporting documents, data and third party proof of your claims.
04
Review and submit
Track status, completion and outcomes any time from My submissions.