Constructech Vision Awards FAQ
These awards honor companies that have realized the advantages of applying modern technologies to their everyday businesses. In addition to honoring builders and contractors, Constructech magazine will also recognize the hardware and software suppliers that have enabled the construction company to achieve its goals.
What is this award?
The Constructech Vision Awards honor companies that have realized the advantages of applying modern technologies to their everyday businesses.
Who can enter?
The competition is open to companies involved in the following areas:
- Residential construction
- Commercial and heavy construction
- Professionals in all trades
- Architectural and engineering firms
- Corporate owners
- Facility management companies
- Government agencies
- Land developers
What is the deadline?
The deadline for entries is Feb. 3, 2010. Entries will not be accepted after this deadline.
How do we enter?
Simply download a ballot to enter. Complete this ballot as recommended and submit prior to the deadline.
What is the best way to submit?
We recommend that entries be completed as follows:
- Steps 1 – 8 should be completed in a Word document, to be emailed along with the required materials in Step 9.
- Step 10 is the required subscription. Please provide the requested information in the above-mentioned Word document, if necessary.
- Steps 11 – 14 (the final ballot page) should be completed on the ballot page itself, including all the necessary signatures. This page can be scanned and emailed along with the additional materials or faxed to +1 630.933.0845. This is the ONLY page that should be faxed.
- Entries can also be mailed to the magazine directly. Applications must be received on or before the submission deadline to be accepted.
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Where should entries be sent?
Specialty Publishing Co.
c/o Constructech magazine – Vision Awards
135 E. St. Charles Rd. Suite D
Carol Stream, IL 60188
Email: mmayer@constructech.com
Fax: +1 630.933.0845
Can we enter on behalf of another company?
Yes. The end-user listed on the ballot will be considered the entrant, or the company that is eligible to win. This award will also honor the companies listed as solution providers/technology enablers, in the event that the end-user is chosen as a finalist.
In the past, public relations firms and/or technology enablers have aided in the submission for the end-user. This is acceptable, however, the end-user must approve the final entry as well as provide the required signatures.
Can we submit more than one entry?
Yes. Each entry requires a separate entry application and entry fee. Companies must submit unique projects for each submission. In addition, companies that have won previously may not submit for that previously winning project. However, companies may submit with a unique project.
What is the entry fee?
The entry fee is $120 USD prior to Jan. 13, 2010. Beginning Jan. 14, 2010, the entry fee will increase to $170 USD. This entry includes a subscription to the magazine. The entry fee is not refundable. The Awards program does not provide any discounts for entry fees. The application form includes a step where payment for the entry fee can be fulfilled. This step must be completed upon submission or the application will not be accepted.
What are the judging criteria?
Constructech is looking for the company that best explains the problem/challenge, how technology was innovatively used, and what the payoff/benefit of this application was to the company. Entries will be evaluated on how the company has used technology in an innovative way to solve a problem in order to improve their competitiveness or create a better working environment for their employees.
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Who judges the entries?
An independent panel of industry analysts and experts judge the Vision Awards.
What do the judges do when they judge our entry?
With the Vision Awards, the judges read the entered documents and review them. Entries are rated on a scale of 1-10.
Can we talk to the judges?
No. We do not allow the entrants to have contact with the judges.
Can we see who our judges are?
No. We do not allow entrants to screen their judges or know who they are prior to the award judging.
Does the magazine publish our entry material?
Constructech magazine publishes print and Web articles highlighting the winners and the finalists. This material is based on the award submission. We recommend you do not submit material that is not for publication.
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How are the winners determined?
Each individual score is recorded, and the entries are rated by an average score. The award team reviews the scoring and written comments and Constructech editors then make a final determination of gold, silver, and bronze winners by the scores of the entries in each category. This is done by comparing the scores of the entries in that category as well as the ranking of the individual score. Not all categories will have a gold, silver, and bronze winner. The winners are selected in the industry for which they submitted.
When do we hear if we won?
Entrants will be notified that they have been named a finalist, if chosen so. Finalists will win an award; it is just a matter of whether it is a gold, silver, or bronze, which is announced at the awards ceremony. Winning companies must be in attendance to receive their award.
What happens if a company is not in attendance?
If the end-user company is not in attendance the entire award will be rescinded. If a winning solution provider/technology enabler is not in attendance, that individual company will not receive their individual award.
When is the awards ceremony?
The Vision Awards are presented at a dinner and awards ceremony following the Technology Day conference during the summer. The date and location of the 2010 ceremony will be announced in the near future. Please visit Technology Day for more information.
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What do the winners win?
Each winning end-user receives a freestanding trophy, along with coverage by Constructech magazine. The solution providers/technology enablers will win a plaque.
Whose name goes on the award?
The name of the end-user will go on the trophy. Each plaque will name the specific technology enabler winning that plaque, as well as the winning end-user.
Can we order additional awards if we win?
Yes. Additional trophies and plaques will be available at the cost of the ordering company. Order forms will be provided at the ceremony as well as from Constructech magazine following the event.
How are we notified we are a winner?
The Awards Coordinator contacts the persons named in the application by either phone or email. It is extremely important that each nominee provides email addresses that will be operable throughout 2010 and that will accept email from Constructech magazine.
How does the magazine publicize the winners?
Constructech magazine will issue a press release, publish a print article announcing both finalists and/or winners, and post the company names on its Website.
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Can the winners send out a press release?
Yes. All winners and enablers are encouraged to send out a press release as the finalist and winners are announced. The magazine is also delighted to grant quotes for each finalist and winner for the companies to publicize in their press releases. Please make sure that Constructech magazine is given the opportunity to approve press releases containing information and/or quotes pertaining to and coming from Constructech magazine and its awards program.
Who has won in the past?
Past winners can be viewed here: 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006
Can we see past winning entries?
You are not able to view the actual entries submitted; however, please view Constructech’s articles featuring past winners.
What do we do if we have further questions?
All questions should be directed to Michelle Mayer at +1 630.933.0844 ext. 246, or via email at mmayer@constructech.com.