Entries for the GSMA’s Global Mobile Awards, now known as the ‘Glomos’, are closing soon!
The mobile industry’s longest established awards will be held once again at the GSMA Mobile World Congress taking place 22-25 February in Barcelona. The Glomos recognise everything from game-changing mobile devices, technologies, apps and services, showcasing the growing value that mobile brings to all industries.
There are 8 main categories for the awards this year:
- The Connected Life Awards
- Best Mobile Services
- Social & Economic Development
- Apps of the Year
- Best Mobile Handsets & Devices
- Best Mobile Technology
- Government Excellence Awards
- Outstanding Achievement
Within these categories, there are a total of 38 awards that entrants can apply for. New awards this year include “Best Mobile Innovation for Travel, Leisure and Hospitality”, which showcases the way mobile technology is changing how we book and enjoy these experiences and “Best Mobile App for Social and Lifestyle”, which looks at how users consume and share media-rich content through intuitive apps.
If you’ve developed a mobile product or service or you’d like to nominate a candidate for the Glomos, then take a look at the categories and apply via the website: http://www.globalmobileawards.com/categories2016/
The judging panel is comprised of a large selection of independent experts, analysts, journalists, academics and, in some cases, mobile operator representatives. For tips on preparing your submission, watch this webinar in which GSMA Marketing Director Mark Smith discusses tips for applications with a selection of these judges:
“The Global Mobile Awards are a must,” says David Thodey, CEO of Telstra. “For 20 years – an eon in our industry – the Awards have showcased the creativity of our sector and celebrated the innovative use of technology to change billions of lives for the better.”
“I would not hesitate to say that these are the Oscars of the mobile industry and help keep the spirit of innovation alive within the industry,” says Sunil Mittal Bharti, Group CEO & Chairman of Bharti Enterprises.
The awards are considered the epitome of achievement for many mobile industry leaders – read more feedback from participants here to see why they return each year.
With submissions closing 4 December 2015, it’s time to plan your application now. The GSMA will announce the shortlist by late January 2016.
Find out more about the Glomos and make an application to enter at http://www.globalmobileawards.com/.
Best of luck!