SuperNova Awards™

What are the SuperNova Awards?

The SuperNova Awards honor leaders and teams who use emerging technologies to tackle real challenges and deliver lasting impact. These awards celebrate innovation that drives transformation and sets a vision for the future of business.

Who can be nominated?

The awards are open to end-users—organizations, teams, or individuals who have applied disruptive technologies to achieve significant business outcomes. Vendors should not nominate themselves.

What criteria are judges looking for?

Judges evaluate submissions based on:

• Innovation: The uniqueness and creativity of the technology application.
• Impact: Demonstrable business value and outcomes.
• Scalability: Potential for broader implementation across industries.
• Leadership: The role of leadership in driving the initiative.

What should I include in my nomination?

Provide a detailed account of the project, emphasizing:

• The challenges faced and how they were overcome.
• The transformation in business processes or models.
• Quantitative metrics that demonstrate the success and impact of the initiative.

See the SuperNova Dos and Don’ts here.

What are the key dates for the 2026 awards?

Please refer to the timeline listed on the right.

What rewards do finalists and winners receive?

• Complimentary Ticket: One free pass to Constellation's Connected Enterprise summit, valued at $3,100.
• Recognition: Public acknowledgment and media coverage.
• Awards: Crystal trophy presented at the SuperNova Awards Gala.
• Exclusive Interview: A one-on-one conversation with Constellation's Editor-in-Chief, Larry Dignan.

How can I promote my nomination?

Finalists are encouraged to share their recognition through:

• Press Releases: Utilize the provided templates to announce your achievement.
• Social Media: Share your story using the hashtag #SuperNovaAwards and tag @constellationr.
• Website: Display the SuperNova Finalist or Winner badge on your organization's website.
• See Resources page for more details.

Can we submit our application for more than one category? 

Yes, but tailor your application for relevancy and resubmit it for each additional category.

I work for a vendor/PR firm, and want to submit a client for an award. How can I ensure the application isn't disqualified? 

You may submit an application for a client, but ensure the contact information on the application belongs to the applicant, not you. We will disqualify any applications where the contact and applicant information do not match. You may add your contact information alongside your client's information.

Can I nominate a client? 

Yes, but you must provide client contact information. Any applications without client contact information will be disqualified.

Are there fees to enter the awards? 

There are no fees.

Portions of my submission are under NDA. Will you honor NDAs? 

You should not submit any information that is under NDA. The information in the application will be published to the Constellation website for public voting should you advance to the finalist round.

What is the difference between the "Metrics" and the "Results" section of the application? 

The "Results" section is where you'll find the results of your project—before and after results work well here. We're looking for an explanation of how your project changed your organization, company, or industry. The "Metrics" essentially provide the numbers that support the "Results" section of the application. We want to see numbers in the Metrics section.

Can international applicants apply for the Awards? 

Yes! We accept international and domestic applications. The SuperNova Awards is a global search for the most innovative technology projects!