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See all the available categories for this year’s Summer Awards Program.

Award Categories


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Warehouse Software Solutions

This category includes any software solutions and systems used to plan, execute, automate, and optimise warehouse and distribution centre operations, including but not limited to Warehouse Management Systems, Warehouse Control Systems, Warehouse Execution Systems, Slotting Optimisation, Inventory Management Solutions, Labour Management Systems and Workforce Management Systems.


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This category includes any software solutions and systems used to plan, execute, optimise, and analyse the movement of goods across the supply chain. These software solutions and systems sit between warehouses, carriers, stores, and customers. These solutions included but not limited to Transportation Management Systems, Carrier Management Systems, Route Optimisation Software, Last Mile Delivery Software, and Parcel Management Software.

Transportation Software Solutions

Handheld Computers and Devices

This category refers to rugged, purpose-built mobile hardware devices and supporting software used by frontline workers in logistics, retail, manufacturing, field service, and healthcare. These devices are designed for high-volume, mission-critical use rather than consumer convenience. Devices included but not limited to Rugged handheld computers, RF Devices, Mobile Printers, Ruggered Tabets, Vehicle Mounted devices, Mobile Device Management, and Voice Picking Solutions

Warehouse Automation and Robotics

This category includes machinery, robotic systems, and intelligent equipment used to automate physical material movement, storage, picking, packing, and sortation within a warehouse. Included and not limited to are AMR’s, AGV, AS/RS, Conveyor and Sortation Systems, Robotic Picking Solutions, Automated Picking, and Palletisation Systems.


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Planning Software and Solutions

This category includes any software solutions that help organisations forecast, plan, and optimise resources, supply chains, and operations. Included but not limited are Demand Planning and Forecasting Solutions, Supply Chain Planning, S&OP, and Inventory Planning Optimation Software.

Consultants and System Integrators

Recognising outstanding organisations that provide expert consulting, advisory, and end-to-end system integration services. This category celebrates those who design, implement, and optimise technology solutions that transform business operations, improve efficiency, and enable seamless connectivity across complex IT and supply chain ecosystems.


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Recognising innovative ERP platforms that integrate core business processes, streamline operations, and provide real-time visibility across finance, supply chain, manufacturing, and human resources to drive organisational efficiency and growth.

ERP

Celebrating leading CRM platforms that leverage AI and automation to deliver intelligent customer insights, streamline engagement, and personalise interactions—empowering organisations to boost sales performance and enhance customer loyalty.

CRM