Smarter Planet Awards

New Intelligence

Hint: If you are an IBM Software reseller or Solution provider, then you will most likely submit a nomination for this award.

How can organisations take advantage of the wealth of information available in real time, from a multitude of sources, to make more intelligent choices?

Information Management systems aim to provide easy and continuous access to information that is stored in a range of formats and locations, and ensure that data is turned into useful and productive information in a timely manner.

Judges will be looking for solutions that manage information, predict outcomes, and optimise business performance.

Nominations for the 2010 Business Partner Awards are now closed.

Smart Work

Hint: If you are an IBM Software reseller or Solution provider, then you will most likely submit a nomination for this award.

How can we work smarter by using flexible and dynamic processes designed for the way people buy, live & work today?

Organisations supported by agile business models and dynamic business processes are uniquely positioned to win. Reaching connected customers takes personalisation and collaboration. This includes providing a rich user experience to customers, suppliers, employees and partners. In today’s fluctuating economy, the ability to adapt to changing economic conditions is a critical factor in mitigating risk and driving profit.

Judges will be looking for solutions that embrace change, empower people (employees, customers and suppliers) and drive profit.

Nominations for the 2010 Business Partner Awards are now closed.

Dynamic Infrastructure

Hint: If you are an IBM Hardware reseller or Solution provider, then you will most likely submit a nomination for this award.

How do we create an infrastructure that drives down cost, is intelligent and secure, and is just as dynamic as today’s business climate?

Traditionally, IT infrastructures have been designed and implemented to support an organisation’s known needs at a particular point in time. Increasingly, however, organisations need to be able to implement new business initiatives quickly, while responding to changes in the market.

Judges will be looking for solutions that highlight an infrastructure that is cost effective, service orientated, secure and resilient.

Nominations for the 2010 Business Partner Awards are now closed.

Green and Beyond

Hint: If you are an IBM Hardware reseller or Solution provider, then you will most likely submit a nomination for this award.

How do we drive greater efficiencies, compete more effectively, and respond more quickly by taking action now on energy, the environment and sustainability?

Energy efficient solutions enable organisations to reduce power, decrease floor space and cooling costs, gain greater computer power per unit of energy consumed, and comply with asset disposal and recycling policies and legislation. Green IT/sustainability are also becoming an important part of corporate culture with many IT solutions required to meet specific criteria.

Judges will be looking for solutions where clients have found value in green solutions through smart systems and corporate social responsibility.

Nominations for the 2010 Business Partner Awards are now closed.