Entry Form: Best in Show
The RFID Journal Awards are given annually to end user companies that distinguish themselves through the application of RFID technologies. The goal of these awards is to recognize the leaders in creating and deploying RFID solutions and to foster adoption of RFID technologies by highlighting innovative deployments. In 2008, we created a new award, Best in Show, to recognize the best new product shown at RFID Journal LIVE!
The information in this form will help the judges determine up to 10 finalists for the Best in Show award. Attendees will have a chance to see presentations by the finalists on the exhibit hall floor and vote on the best new products.
Eligibility: Only products introduced, or significantly enhanced, since the conclusion of RFID Journal LIVE! 2007 (May 3, 2007) will be considered. Products must be exhibited at RFID Journal LIVE! 2008 to qualify.
Deadline: All entries must be completed and submitted no later than 5 pm EST on Jan. 31, 2008.
How to submit your application: Complete this entry form. Answer as many of the questions as possible as completely as possible. This will ensure that you provide the information the judges need to evaluate your application. Then, e-mail the MS Word document to no later than 5 pm EST on Jan. 31, 2008. Be sure to provide all the required information.
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SECTION 1: INFORMATION ON COMPANY SUBMITTING THE ENTRY
*Name:______
*Company: ______
*Address: ______
*City: ______*State/Province______
*Postal/Zip Code______
*Country:______
*Phone: ______*E-Mail: ______
SECTION 2: PRODUCT TYPE
1. What type of product are you entering:
New RFID system the includes tags, readers and software
New passive or active RFOD tag
New passive or active tag RFID reader
New RFID tag or reader antenna
New RFID chip
New RFID networking device
New inlay or label making system/equipment
New label printer/applicator
New RFID test equipment
New RFID sensor
New RFID enterprise software application
New RFID middleware
New RFID service/training program
SECTION 3: DETAILED PRODUCT INFORMATION
Please answer the following questions as completely as possible. This will ensure you provide the information the judges need to evaluate your entry.
- What is the name of the product/service you are entering for the award?
- Please describe the main features of your product/service in detail or any significant enhancements to an existing product/service?
- What is the main application for your product/service?
- What makes your product/service new or innovative?
- How does your product/service differ from others in the same category that are already on the market?
- If your product/service significantly out performers others already on the market, please provide evidence. (Documentation can be submitted with this form, if necessary.)
- How can your product/service help end users solve a business problem or improve their business operations?
- How long has the product/service been on the market?
- Is the product/service in use at a commercial site today?
- Please provide detail about how/where your product/service is being used today and the benefits the user is getting?
11. If possible, please provide information on the cost of your product/service, cost relative to similar products/services and/or the expected return on investment for users.
- Is any customization or integration needed before the product/service can be used? If so, please describe.
- Please explain why you believe your product deserves to be a finalist for RFID Journal’s Best in Show award.
- Please provide any additional information that will help the judges evaluate your product/service.
PLEASE BE SURE TO SIGN THE RELEASE FORM BELOW AND FAX IT TO RFID JOURNAL.
FAX: 631-980-4314
RFID Journal Awards 2008
Participant Release Form
I agree that RFID Journal LLC (RFID Journal) retains the right to use any of the information I submit on the Entry Form, and that RFID Journal may use any of the submitted information for promotional purposes, editorial coverage, demonstration purposes and pre/post-event promotion, unless I inform RFID Journal in writing by Jan. 31, 2008.
I have read and understand the rules of the competition described in Entry Requirements section of RFID Journal Awards Web site ( and I understand the requirements and my commitments if selected as a winner in the RFID Journal Awards. I declare that the information supplied in this entry form is accurate and correct.
Disclaimer
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Indemnification
By submitting this entry, I, and the organization with which I am associated and have the authority to bind, do hereby release and hold harmless RFID Journal, and its affiliates, successors, officers, directors, employees and agents from and against any and all losses, damages or expenses of any nature (including reasonable attorney fees) that may arise from my participation or acceptance of a prize in the RFID Journal Awards. Such indemnification shall include, but is not limited to, any claims based upon an alleged infringement of copyright or other proprietary rights.
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Company Title
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Date Category Entered
Please fax this form no later than 5 pm EST by Jan. 31, 2008, to: 631-980-4314.
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