Feature focus: new registration & login options
Great news! New registration and login options have landed!
Program participants can now register and log into your program using their Google or LinkedIn accounts.
Feature Focus: set awards entry fee based on form fields
It’s easy to accept payment for your awards entry through Award Force. And, now, with our newest feature, you can set prices based on how entrants respond to a form field.
The awards management blueprint for virtual awards
Need help in taking your awards program online? Check out this blueprint for virtual awards with tips and advice from the #1 awards management software.
A comprehensive guide to using video for awards programs + contests
In a world of constant distractions and dizzying content, video has the power to capture attention and leave lasting impressions about the messages and ideas you want to share. Here’s how you can incorporate it into your awards programs and contests.
Feature Focus: accessibility update for keyboard users
We strongly believe all users should be able to use Award Force in the way that works best for them, which is why we continually update our software to comply with the latest Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).
Feature Focus: the judging leaderboard gets an update
The Award Force judging leaderboard now shows an image thumbnail with each entry, making it easy to quickly distinguish between entries in a list.
Judging best practices for awards programs
An overview of the Award Force judging suite, some helpful tips, use cases and best practices on how to set up your awards program judging process for ultimate success.
Feature Focus: Top Pick judging mode debuts live progress bar
We’re excited to let you know about an update to our popular Top Pick judging option, the perfect reviewing mode for when you have a large panel of judges who need to find consensus.
Feature Focus: new languages added to the platform
We’ve recently added two new languages to the Award Force platform: Danish and Norwegian.
Award Force + Zapier integration: import entries
Award Force allows you to integrate with your favourite everyday software to help you do more with less time and headache. Read how our native Zapier integration can connect the awards platform to your everyday apps.
Awards programs achieve 30% growth in entry volumes with Award Force
Awards program growth is a huge motivating factor for many programs. Not only is entry growth important for programs that have an entry fee component––it’s important for those relying on sponsors and an incredibly useful indicator of the growing popularity of your awards.
Award Force: the leader in awards management software support
Award Force was recently awarded the “Best Relationship” in awards management software by G2 Crowd for the third time, a distinction given for leading the industry in software support and client relationships.
Award Force: an awards platform accessible to everyone
We believe all users should be able to use Award Force in the way that works best for them. That’s why we continually work to improve accessibility and usability for all and strive to ensure our software complies with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).
Award Force named the world’s best awards management software… again
Award Force was recently named the world’s best awards management software for the third straight quarter by G2 Crowd. Here’s six reasons why.
How to create a safe public voting award to generate brand buzz
To include the general public in the decision-making process of your awards program is a powerful way to engage the community and increase your program’s reach, creating buzz around your brand.
The Awards management updates that got us through 2020
It’s no secret—2020 was a difficult year! But as we look back, we celebrate our clients’ and our own successes, including these powerful new awards management software updates.
A business that serves society: pledging 1% for the planet
Award Force is committed to the Pledge 1% movement, which encourages organisations to give 1% of equity, time, product or profit back to their communities.
The Award manager’s guide to amazing entry experiences
Experience is everything. Your awards program entrants should enjoy your entry experience and have a positive interaction with your brand and your program. Why? Because a user-friendly and personalised awards experience can increase submissions, improve submission quality and set your program apart.
7 Ways to spruce up your online awards gallery for better promotion
An online gallery of entries is a great way to promote your program and attract more entrants, top-notch judges and sponsors.
Remote work: The impact on sustainability + the planet
At Award Force, we run 100% remotely. We’ve been doing so for almost seven years now, and not planning on changing any time soon. Not only do we love working remotely, but it also an action we take in alignment with one of our values: environmental sustainability.