The Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards 2026
The Industry's Elite Cross-Industry Awards Program. Showcasing the most outstanding Business Transformation, AI & OpEx Achievements
The Industry's Elite Cross-Industry Awards Program. Showcasing the most outstanding Business Transformation, AI & OpEx Achievements
What is required in the application?
To successfully submit an entry, you must complete all required fields, including:
Applicant details: name, email, and submitting company website
Nominee details: nominated company, primary contact name and email, nominating company website (if different), and high-resolution company logo
Entry details: entry title, 250-word synopsis (may be used in publicity), 50-word summary (published if shortlisted), team member names and titles, Main Entry Document (maximum four A4 pages), optional supporting materials (maximum two A4 pages), and optional media embed or link
Is the awards entry fee refundable?
No. Entry fees are non-refundable under any circumstances.
Is attendance at the Awards Evening required?
Yes. Shortlisted organizations must attend the Awards Reception, Dinner & Ceremony on October 7, 2026. If you have concerns about attendance, please contact awards@proqis.com before submitting your entry.
If we are finalists, do we automatically get access to the BTOES Conference?
No. The Awards and the Conference are separate events.
You can purchase an Awards-only ticket for the Reception, Dinner & Ceremony, or register for the BTOES Conference (October 6–8, 2026) at a substantial discount, which includes access to the Awards. Shortlisted finalists will receive an email with registration details and discount links.
What happens if we are shortlisted?
You will receive an email outlining press release preparation, registration information for the Awards Reception, Dinner & Ceremony, and optional discounted registration details for the BTOES Conference, which includes Awards access. You will also be asked to confirm or update your 50-word summary for the Awards Book of the Night.
Does the project have to be completed to qualify?
No. The project does not need to be fully completed. Entries should primarily pertain to the 2022–2026 period and demonstrate measurable results achieved within that timeframe.
Can I edit my application after starting it?
Yes. You can edit your application through your personal portal until the submission deadline of July 10, 2026 (11:59 pm PT).
Can I change my category after registering?
Yes. You can change your category up until the submission deadline by emailing awards@proqis.com.
Can one entry be submitted to multiple categories?
Yes, as long as the entry is clearly relevant to each category. Each entry submitted to a different category is charged as a separate submission.
If we apply for multiple awards, do we pay multiple fees?
Yes. Entry fees are per submission, per category.
Are poster boards required?
No. Poster boards (40" × 40", infographic format) are optional but strongly recommended for additional visibility during the BTOES Summit.
Will you publish our synopsis or project materials?
No. All submissions are treated as confidential. If shortlisted, only your 50-word summary will be published in the Awards Book of the Night, distributed to attendees and over 1.8 million BTOES Insights subscribers.
Do you announce finalists publicly before the event?
Yes. Finalists are announced publicly via press release and across BTOES channels on August 7, 2026.
Can a vendor or partner submit an entry on behalf of a client?
Yes. Vendors, consulting firms, PR teams, and partners may submit entries on behalf of clients, provided the client’s approval and confidentiality markings are included.
What categories are available?
There are 14 project categories covering Business Transformation, Operational Excellence, AI and Agentic AI, Customer Experience, Culture and Workforce, Supply Chain, Process Intelligence, and Digital Operations and Cloud.
What are the key 2026 dates?
Entries close on July 10, 2026 (11:59 pm PT).
The shortlist will be announced on August 7, 2026.
The Awards Reception, Dinner & Ceremony will take place on October 7, 2026.
What is the eligibility window?
Projects should primarily cover the 2022–2026 period and demonstrate tangible, measurable outcomes achieved within this timeframe.
What are the file limits?
The Main Entry Document must not exceed four pages (A4), and optional supporting materials must not exceed two pages (A4).
What disciplines and themes are eligible?
Entries are welcomed from all sectors, including AI deployment, Agentic AI, intelligent automation, process intelligence, customer experience, culture and workforce transformation, supply chain, digital operations and cloud, and enterprise transformation, provided they demonstrate measurable results.
How are entries judged?
Entries are evaluated by an independent panel of judges under strict confidentiality and non-conflict rules. Scoring is based on seven criteria: Strategic Relevance, Value Generation, Customer Benefit, Implementation, Leadership Engagement, Organizational Learning, and Creative Use of Tools, each rated on a 1–10 scale.
How can we make our entry stand out?
Make your 250-word synopsis clear and results-driven, keep your Main Entry Document concise (four pages maximum), present data and visuals effectively, provide a strong 50-word summary for publication if shortlisted, and consider submitting an optional poster board for added visibility.
For any other questions, please contact awards@proqis.com. We look forward to celebrating your achievements at the BTOES Awards 2026.