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A guide to the best intranet awards

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If the intranet software you provide for your staff is the crème de la crème?Then why not shout about it by entering intranet awards?

If it deserves the recognition you say, an award is bound to go down well with your senior management…. especially those you had to persuade to buy-in the intranet software in the first place.

So, whether you’ve got, for example, the perfect people directory or colossal crisis communications, there are awards categories for every worthy collaboration.

Nielsen Norman Awards

One of the most prestigious intranet awards, Nielsen Norman Group has studied the evolution of digital workplace platforms for the last two decades and focuses on user experience.

2021’s best 10 intranets in the world – which includes Attollo – has just been announced but you should certainly have Nielsen Norman on your radar for next year.

Top reason to enter: Nielsen Norman is a well-renowned name when it comes to UX research and consulting. Any commendation by the brand is gold standard level.

Step Two Intranet and Digital Workplace Awards

If you fancy some silverware to take centre stage in your office, submit an entry to this global awards. Now in its 15th year, it recognises outstanding contributions to intranets and digital workplaces in over 18 countries. Winners range from small non-profits and government agencies, to global firms and household names.

Top reason to enter: You’ll get invites galore to speak at conferences. This provides excellent opportunities to expand your growing network. In addition, you’ll get a special mention in the annual report.

Gartner Communication Awards

This is one of the leading events for recognising global communications initiatives. Any business that has achieved major positive change, such as a an initiative to engage employees for example, this event wants to hear from you.

Top reason to enter: It’s serious credibility on offer here.Gartner is a leading research and advisory company. Past winners have included top brands like Experian and Nationwide.

Ragan Awards

Ragan and PR Daily programs celebrate the most successful campaigns, initiatives, and teams in the communications industry. With a large number of programmes available each year, Ragan Communications recognises teams that cultivate best practices. And with many categories to choose from, there will almost certainly be an award to help you share your intranet success.

Top reason to enter: There’s an incredible range of awards on offer to enter. In addition, there’s a commemorative plaque if you win.

Inspiring Workplace Awards

Formerly the Employee Engagement Awards, this event exists to provide a platform for great workplaces to shine. It’s time to recognise every effort. Especially those who inspire their colleagues. This award wants to hear about wellbeing, innovation, technology, and communications. As a result, it’s the perfect chance to get a big mention of your modern-day new intranet.

Top reason to enter:  A win from the judges here signifies ongoing commitment to best practices in the workplace and a special mention at a virtual event.

DWG Digital Workplace of the Year

The Digital Workplace of the Year Awards celebrates those organisations and practitioners who have excelled at creating high-performing digital workplace environments. Past winners include Ikea, American Express, and Vodafone.

3 reasons to enter: The awards give you and your company the chance to share your digital workplace achievements. You could gain global industry recognition.

Tips for submitting great intranet awards entries

Want to stand out from the crowd? You’ll need more than your shiny intranet to help you reap the rewards. To grab top spot, you’ll need to show how your collaborative design and launched has improved your employees’ digital workplace experience.

Weave this all into a wonderful tale of success, accompanied by some stunning screenshots showing why your intranet is a cut above. Finally, add in some amazing testimonials and stats to prove what you’ve said. Then say hello to the shortlist.

Collaborate with Attollo Intranet

If you’re reading this thinking your intranet needs a revamp, we’re here to help. Attollo sits on SharePoint and is fully compatible with Office 365.

To implement an award-winning platform today, contact our experts today. We’ll be happy to offer you a free demonstration.

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