ASOCIO ICT AWARDS 2023 CALLING FOR NOMINATIONS

The Asian-Oceanian computing industry organization (ASOCIO) is an ICT Federation organized by ICT associations representing 24 economies throughout the Asia Pacific. ASOCIO was established in Tokyo, Japan in 1984 and it is the most time-honored and active international ICT trade organization in Asia and Oceania. Its influence covers more than 10,000 ICT companies and represents approximately US$ 350 billion of ICT revenue in the region. ASOCIO's objective is to promote, encourage and foster relationships and trade among its members, and to develop the computing industry in the region, CAN Federation is representing Nepal since so long.

The nominations for the ASOCIO 2023 ICT Awards are now open. The ASOCIO Award is an international award that promotes tech advancement and innovation within the respective member economies. The awards are given in recognition of outstanding contributions to the development of the tech industry in the region and provides an excellent platform for networking, increasing awareness and product benchmarking to professionals, innovators and entrepreneurs.

CAN Federation will forward nominations in each category.

ASOCIO Digital Transformation Award

ASOCIO Digital Government Award

ASOCIO EdTech Award

ASOCIO HealthTech Award

ASOCIO Cybersecurity Award

ASOCIO ESG Award

ASOCIO Start-Up Award

A. ASOCIO Outstanding Tech Company Award

1. Legally registered local companies with technology related lines of business.

2. Proven developing market and innovative products, applications or technology focusing on Blockchain, IoT, AI, Robotics, Big Data & Cloud based solutions.

3. A market leader or model of the industry providing outstanding technology solutions and services that benefits a large number of users.

B. ASOCIO Digital Transformation Award

1. Legally registered local companies or government corporations

2. Digitally transformed the organization's culture, processes, and operations while

ensuring scalability, security, data privacy, compliance and adaptability of the

solution besides offering a potential or actual positive impact on society, such as

job creation, environmental sustainability, or community development.

3. Demonstrated great creativity and originality in the use of emerging technologies

and new business models that improved efficiency, increased revenue and

enhanced customer experience including ease of use, accessibility and

Personalization that aligns with the organization's overall vision and strategic goals.

C. ASOCIO Digital Government Award

1. Implement digital strategies and solutions to significantly improve the service quality to citizens in measurable terms and in public services areas.

2. Applying technology to provide ethical and transparent government services to enhance integrity and social justice.

3. Deploys digital services to significantly empower the education, social welfare and public health of citizens.

4. Deploys well recognized applications in key smart city areas.

D. ASOCIO EdTech Award

1. Legally registered technology education related organization, including universities, colleges, talent development institutes or companies.

2. Achievements in technology courseware design, development and training methodologies focusing on Blockchain, IoT, AI, Robotics, Big Data, Cybersecurity & Cloud based solutions.

3. Outstanding achievements in digital talent training, work and study programs to help students gain practical experience in related areas.

 E. ASOCIO HealthTech Award

1. Legally registered company or government agency involved in the provision of medical services.

2. Achievements in addressing healthcare concerns for the betterment of the people.

3. Outstanding achievements in the use of technology in the healthcare sector such as hospitals, healthcare facilities, public health programs and community health initiatives.

F. ASOCIO Cybersecurity Award

1. Legally registered company or government agency with cybersecurity related services.

2. Proven developing market and innovative products, applications or technology focusing on cybersecurity.

3. A market leader or model of the industry providing outstanding.

Cybersecurity solutions and services that benefit a large number of users.

G. ASOCIO ESG Award

1. Implement strategies and solutions to significantly reduce impact on nature, improve equity and promote good governance.

2. Applying a proven system used to measure the ethical and sustainable impact of an investment in a company or business.

H. ASOCIO Start-Up Award

1. Legally registered local companies with Tech related lines of business.

2. Developed product and/or service which is already a success in the market and disrupting the industry with an innovative approach.

3. The startup must be maximum 5 years of age (calculated from establishment date).