15th edition AGB Awards for Innovation: Categories open for submissions
We are excited to celebrate innovation across the board! We now welcome entries from every corner of the innovation ecosystem: start-ups, medium enterprises, large corporations, academia, and non-profits. If your innovation making a difference, let’s spotlight your work.
Jury Presentation starting from 30th April 2024, Virtual
Innovation Robotics Process Automation (RPA)
Submissions should highlight innovations in business process automation, may include intelligent automation, integration with process mining tech, scalability, security, and RPA applications in new or manual sectors to boost efficiency, accuracy, and productivity
Innovation in DeepTech
Submissions that push the boundaries in DeepTech, focusing either on Quantum Computing, Robotics, Advanced Materials, Power Production, Biotechnology, Nanotechnology, Photonics, or Electronics. We are seeking innovations that can help transform sectors or redefine limitations.
Innovation in Banking
Submissions showcasing new technologies or methodologies in banking solutions, customer experience, inclusion projects, security, efficiency, or innovative banking practices.
Innovation in Digital Infra.
Submissions that demonstrate novel technologies or methods in digital infrastructure, which can be under network advancements, data centre innovations, cloud computing solutions, or pioneering approaches to connectivity and digital services towards the public or businesses
Innovation in DroneTech
Submissions that introduce technologies or new approaches in drone technology, including advancements in aerial imaging, drone-based delivery systems, UAV navigation and control, autonomous flight algorithms, drone safety, or innovative application of drones based on sectors like agriculture, construction, surveillance, and environmental monitoring.
Innovation in Insurance
Submissions that showcase innovative technologies or methodologies in the insurance sector, including but not limited to serving customers or improving businesses. Some examples include risk assessment, fraud prevention, claim processing, on-demand insurance models, personalisation for customers, digital platforms for services, and customer engagement.
Innovation in FinTech
Submissions that showcase innovative technologies in FinTech or financial services, specifically in areas such as payments, lending, wealth management, investment, personal finance management, financial inclusion, alternative finance, digital money, and open finances.
Innovation in Gen. AI
Submissions showcasing advancements in Generative AI and Large Language Model (LLM) based solutions, exploring novel applications across sectors such as education, healthcare, legal, and others. These include models that enhance decision-making, creativity, and problem-solving capabilities.
Innovation in Cyber Security
Submissions that highlight technologies or strategies in cybersecurity, encompassing threat detection and response, data protection, identity management, network security, encryption techniques, or inventive solutions for enhancing digital safety and resilience.
Innovation in Life Science
Submissions that are novel technologies or methods in life sciences, covering areas such as molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, genomics, proteomics, biophysics, and systems biology, or new advancements in drug discovery, environmental biology, and biologically inspired engineering.
Innovation in Manufacturing
Submissions that feature innovative technologies or processes in manufacturing, such as smart factories, robotics, green manufacturing practices, and process optimisation solutions, with the use of Industry 4.0 technologies to improve quality, efficiency, and sustainability.
Immersive Experience Innovation
Submissions showcasing advanced technological or innovative approaches in Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), Mixed Reality (MR), and the Metaverse. Submissions can encompass both hardware and software solutions, addressing various sectors like healthcare, entertainment, training, and remote work.
Jury Presentation starting from 27th May 2024, Virtual
Innovation in Automobile
Innovation may focus on autonomous driving, connected systems, V2X communication, sustainable materials, ADAS, alternative fuels, and more.
Innovation in Blockchain
Innovation including DeFi, smart contracts, supply chain transparency, privacy/security improvements, scalability, cross-chain interoperability, and applications in sectors like healthcare, education, and governance to boost transparency, efficiency, and trust
Innovation in Retail
Innovations from omnichannel experiences and advanced customer service to sustainability optimizations, aimed at driving industry growth and efficiency
Innovation in ConsumerTech
Innovation may include wearables, smart home devices, mobile apps, fitness gadgets, and electronics, aimed at enhancing lifestyles
Innovation in Defence
Submissions should showcase defense technology innovations, including advanced weaponry, situational awareness, communication, soldier performance, logistics, information warfare, and how they bolster defense capabilities, operational safety, efficiency, force resilience, readiness, or strategic advancements
Innovation in GovTech
Submissions should feature GovTech innovations in digital governance, citizen e-services, public digital infrastructure, smart cities, public administration improvement, citizen engagement, and responsive governance
Innovation in Education
Submissions should spotlight education innovations such as e-learning platforms, digital tools, adaptive software, learning gamification, VR/AR experiences, AI personalization, blockchain for credentials, and efforts enhancing education accessibility and inclusivity.
Innovation in SpaceTech
Submissions should present innovations in space technology, including satellite tech, propulsion, exploration and observation instruments, spacecraft design, in-orbit services, asteroid mining, space habitat construction, and sustainable space use and exploration initiatives
Jury Presentation starting from 27th June 2024, Virtual
Innovation in Telecom
Showcase innovative technologies or methodologies in telecommunications, including advancements in 5G and beyond, network infrastructure optimization, satellite communication innovations, innovative telecom network management.
Innovation in Waste Management
Submissions that highlight innovative technologies or methodologies in waste management, encompassing areas such as recycling technologies, waste-to-energy processes, sustainable packaging solutions, composting innovations, smart waste collection systems, pollution control technologies, and circular economy models.
Innovation in Supply Chain
Submissions that present innovative technologies or methodologies in supply chain management, including advancements in logistics optimisation, transparency and traceability, demand forecasting, sustainable and green supply chain solutions, smart inventory management, and digital platforms for supply chain integration.
Innovation in Health
Submissions that highlight innovative technologies or methodologies in health, encompassing digital health solutions, telemedicine platforms, innovative treatment, patient data management, advanced surgery, advancements in medical devices, and initiatives to improve access to healthcare and patient outcomes.
Innovation in IoT
Submission covering smart devices, connectivity solutions, IoT security enhancements, data analytics, and applications in enhancing efficiency, automation, and intelligence in everyday life and industry operations.
Innovation in Agriculture
Submission including precision farming techniques, sustainable practices, crop monitoring technologies, agricultural robotics, biotech enhancements, and solutions that increase productivity, sustainability, and resilience in agriculture.
Innovation in Social Good
Submissions including solutions in social entrepreneurship, equitable technology access, community empowerment, environmental sustainability, and initiatives that significantly improve societal well-being and inclusivity
Innovation in Electric Mobility
Submissions encompassing electric vehicles (EVs), charging infrastructure innovations, battery technology advancements, sustainable manufacturing practices, and solutions that propel the transition to cleaner, more efficient transportation modes.
Jury Presentation starting from 27th July 2024, Virtual
Innovation in Digital Transformation
Submission that integrates digital technologies across all aspects of a business. It’s not just about adopting new technologies, but rather a fundamental change in how a company operates, delivers value to customers, and competes in the marketplace.
Innovation in Enterprise Solutions
The aim is to showcase advancements that streamline business processes, enhance productivity, improve customer engagement, secure data and assets, and support the overall growth and adaptability of enterprises in a rapidly changing business environment.
Innovation in AI/Analytics/Data Science
Submissions that showcase innovative technologies or methodologies in AI, analytics, and data science, including developments in machine learning models, natural language processing, computer vision, predictive analytics, big data infrastructure, ethical AI practices, AI-driven decision support systems, and novel applications of analytics in various industries.
Innovative approach towards Climate Change
The goal is to showcase initiatives that significantly contribute to mitigating climate change impacts, promoting sustainability, and fostering a global transition towards a more resilient and low-carbon future.