The TeckNexus Private Networks Awards spotlight exceptional work in private and hybrid networks, including technologies like 5G, LTE, and CBRS, across a wide range of industries, including Manufacturing, Healthcare, Transportation, Energy, Agriculture, Retail, Finance, Education, Smart Cities, and more.

The awards exclusively honor companies driving innovation and excellence in these sectors. By recognizing the best in the field, the awards aim to inspire further innovation, set new standards, and foster thought leadership within the industry.

Participants can include technology vendors, mobile network operators, startups, enterprises, neutral hosts, hyper-scalers, and other organizations contributing to advancing private and hybrid wireless networks. Winners will benefit from extensive global exposure, including features in the Private Networks edition of 5G Magazine, coverage across TeckNexus’s digital platforms, newsletters, and targeted social media promotions, enhancing brand recognition and establishing industry leadership.

The TeckNexus Private Networks Awards will open on August 26, 2024.

The final date to submit your entries for the Private Networks Awards is October 30, 2024.

The winners of the Private Networks Awards will be announced via video presentation on November 15, 2024, followed by the release of the Private Networks Magazine edition on November 30, 2024.

Yes, there is a one-time administrative fee of $199 per entry to ensure submission quality and prevent spam.

Optional Add-On: Featured Article for $699

• Custom Article: We’ll create a 2 to 4-page article based on your submitted content and publicly available information. See sample article
• SEO-Optimized: Your article will be optimized for search engines to maximize online visibility.
• Broad Promotion: Featured on the TeckNexus website, newsletter, and social media channels.
• Downloadable: You can download and publish the article on your website, regardless of the award outcome.
• No Influence on Awards: Opting for this feature does not affect the award decisions.

Yes, you can submit multiple entries. Please note that the $199 fee applies to each entry submitted.

Register and Pay:

• Create an Account & Pay $199: Register to access the submission form.
• Optional Add-On: Purchase a featured article in the Private Networks Magazine. Details in the earlier FAQ.

Submit Your Entry:

• Complete the Form: Follow the entry guidelines.
• Attach Supporting Info: Add up to 3 file links from Google Drive, Dropbox, or your website directly in the form.

To make your submission stand out, follow these key guidelines:

1. Be Clear and Relevant: Ensure your title and chosen category are concise and directly applicable to your use case.
2. Describe the Challenge: Clearly define the industry problem you addressed and why it’s significant.
3. Highlight Your Solution: Focus on the innovation and practicality of your solution. Emphasize the technologies used and how they effectively address the challenge.
4. Provide Strong Evidence: Support your claims with credible URLs, videos, and endorsements that validate your achievements.
5. Demonstrate Industry Impact: Show how your use case can drive change or set a new standard in the industry.
6. Clarify Roles and Collaboration: Clearly outline your company’s role and any partner contributions to the project.
7. State the Status: Indicate whether the use case is in production and include relevant timelines.

TeckNexus evaluates submissions with a rigorous, transparent scoring system to ensure fairness. Use this opportunity to present a clear, evidence-backed case that highlights your innovation and impact in private networks.

Public Information and Publication Rights

When you submit an entry for the awards, it remains your intellectual property. If you are selected as a Finalist or Winner, only the title of your entry—such as the relevant product, solution, or use case—and related brief information about your company will be shared with our audiences.

Featured Article Add-On

If you opt for the featured article add-on, TeckNexus will publish a 2 to 4-page article based on your submission. This article will be used in our promotional activities, including publication in the Private Networks Magazine, on the TeckNexus website, and across our social media channels. We will contact you to verify any non-public details before they are published.

Use of Submitted Data

TeckNexus may also use, publish, and promote other aspects of your use case as part of this campaign, including verifiable market data that is publicly available or provided by you. Confidential or sensitive information not marked as public will not be used without your explicit consent. Please ensure any confidential information is clearly marked, and we will take reasonable measures to maintain its confidentiality.

Submissions are open to:

• Technology Vendors
• Mobile Network Operators
• Startups
• Enterprises
• Neutral Hosts
• Hyper-Scalers
• Industry Associations
• Governmental Agencies
• Other Entities Contributing to Private Network Innovation

Here are the categories for nominating your entries in the TeckNexus Private Networks Awards. For detailed descriptions, please visit the "Award Categories" section.

1. Excellence in Private 5G/LTE Networks
2. Excellence in Neutral Host Networks
3. Excellence in Private Network Startups
4. Excellence in Private Network Security
5. Private Network Excellence in Generative AI Integration
6. Private Network Excellence in Manufacturing
7. Private Network Excellence in Energy and Utilities
8. Private Network Excellence in Sports and Events Venue
9. Private Network Excellence in Warehouse and Logistics
10. Private Network Excellence in Mining
11. Private Network Excellence in Airports
12. Private Network Excellence in Ports
13. Private Network Excellence in Automotive
14. Private Network Excellence in Education
15. Private Network Excellence in Healthcare
16. Private Network Excellence in Public Safety
17. Private Network Excellence in Defence
18. Private Network Excellence in Agriculture
19. Private Network Excellence in Smart Cities
20. Private Network Excellence in Construction

Participating in the Private Networks Awards provides numerous advantages that can elevate your brand and impact within the industry.

• Global Recognition: Showcase your innovation to a worldwide audience of industry leaders, decision-makers, and professionals through targeted email campaigns and social media promotions.
• Establish Credibility: Gain recognition as a thought leader, endorsed by respected industry experts, which enhances trust and authority in the marketplace.
• Media Exposure: Enjoy potential media coverage and exclusive features that highlight your achievements, increasing your visibility and influence.
• Business Growth: Attract investors, generate quality leads, and gain a competitive edge with the validation that comes from being a category leader or finalist.
• Marketing Advantages: Leverage custom promotional assets, discounted sponsored content, and SEO-optimized features to enhance your marketing efforts and boost online visibility.
• 5G Magazine Feature: Opt for the Private Networks edition of the 5G Magazine add-on to further amplify your brand’s reach through a dedicated 2-4 page feature, promoting your achievements to a specialized audience.
• Strategic Differentiation: Stand out from competitors by showcasing your innovative solutions and being recognized as a leader in the private networks space.

By participating in the awards, you position your brand as a key player in the industry, ready to lead the future of private networks.

Yes, the awards are fully editorially independent. Winning an award does not require your company to be a TeckNexus customer or sponsor.

If you're interested in advertising and paid media opportunities, please contact us at sales@tecknexus.com.

By submitting, you retain ownership of your intellectual property but grant TeckNexus the right to use, publish, and promote your entry. Confidential information will be protected. Read the full Terms and Conditions (See T&C tab)

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If you have additional questions, please email us at contact@tecknexus.com with the subject line "Private Networks Award Question," and we'll respond as soon as possible.