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At TravelTech Breakthrough, our mission is to celebrate and highlight the breakthrough innovation, achievements and leadership in the global travel and hospitality technology markets.
We believe in a rigorous, impartial and thorough judging process to ensure each award is granted based on excellence and true breakthroughs.<\/p>\n
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The process begins when each applicant completes and submits the TravelTech Breakthrough Awards application. Companies, innovators and organizations from around the globe are encouraged to showcase their standout products, services and solutions. Applicants provide detailed descriptions and supporting materials to help illustrate their achievements, unique features and impact within the TravelTech industry.<\/p>\n
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Key Information in the Application Includes:<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ module_class=”first-on-mobile” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][dsm_lottie lottie_url=”https:\/\/traveltechbreakthrough.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Step-1-1.json” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_padding_tablet=”||29px||false|false” sticky_enabled=”0″ custom_padding_phone=”||29px||false|false”][\/dsm_lottie][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”rgba(221,221,221,0.47)” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||30px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][dsm_lottie lottie_url=”https:\/\/traveltechbreakthrough.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Step-2.json” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/dsm_lottie][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”14px” text_line_height=”1.5em” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||10px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”14px” text_line_height=”1.5em” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||10px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Each submission is reviewed by our internal team in an initial screening phase. This step confirms eligibility by checking that each application meets the TravelTech Breakthrough Awards criteria, standards and submission guidelines.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”basic-li-style” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”14px” text_line_height=”1.5em” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||10px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Key Screening Criteria:<\/strong><\/p>\n Submissions that successfully meet the criteria are advanced to the formal judging phase.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ module_class=”custom-row” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ module_class=”second-on-mobile” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”14px” text_line_height=”1.5em” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”14px” text_line_height=”1.5em” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Once entries pass the initial screening, they move to a thorough evaluation by our panel of independent industry experts. Each judge is committed to evaluating submissions based on several core principles:<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”14px” text_line_height=”1.5em” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Core Evaluation Criteria<\/strong><\/p>\n The TravelTech Breakthrough Awards recognize excellence by evaluating each entry based on key pillars of Innovation, Performance, Ease of Use, Functionality, Value and Impact.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ module_class=”first-on-mobile” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][dsm_lottie _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text=”Step 3 Evaluation by Expert Judging Panel” lottie_url=”https:\/\/traveltechbreakthrough.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Step-3-Evaluation-by-Expert-Judging-Panel.json” max_width=”285px” 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The scores are then compiled to generate a cumulative score for each entry. Submissions with the highest scores within each award category are selected as finalists, representing the top TravelTech breakthroughs in their respective fields.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”basic-li-style” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”14px” text_line_height=”1.5em” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||10px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Final Scoring Considerations:<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ module_class=”custom-row” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ module_class=”second-on-mobile” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”14px” text_line_height=”1.5em” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”14px” text_line_height=”1.5em” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Once the final scores are tabulated and verified, TravelTech Breakthrough formally selects the winners for each category. There is only one winner per award, and winning nominees are notified via email. After a buffer of time in between the email notification to the winner, the winners will be celebrated in an extensive external communications and marketing program, granting winners global visibility and positioning them among the TravelTech industry\u2019s most influential and groundbreaking innovators.<\/p>\n By following this detailed, multi-step process, the TravelTech Breakthrough Awards ensure that only the most impactful, innovative, and pioneering companies and solutions are recognized as winners. Each award stands as a testament to the advancements in TravelTech that are shaping a better travel future for all.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ module_class=”first-on-mobile” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][dsm_lottie _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text=”Step 5 Selection and Announcement of Winners” lottie_url=”https:\/\/traveltechbreakthrough.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Step-5-Selection-and-Announcement-of-Winners.json” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|tablet” custom_padding_tablet=”||50px||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”||50px||false|false”][\/dsm_lottie][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#ED4441″ custom_padding=”20px||20px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|700||on|||||” header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_text_color=”#FFFFFF” header_2_font_size=”30px” header_2_font_size_tablet=”22px” header_2_font_size_phone=”22px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n TravelTech Breakthrough is dedicated to an ethical and fair judging process. We ensure that each entry is evaluated solely on merit and maintain transparency throughout the process. Our commitment to integrity means that all judging and scoring are conducted without bias or favoritism, focusing on highlighting and honoring true innovation in TravelTech.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|700||on|||||” header_2_text_align=”center” header_2_text_color=”#000000″ header_2_font_size=”30px” header_2_font_size_tablet=”22px” header_2_font_size_phone=”22px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n At TravelTech Breakthrough, we hold our awards process to the highest ethical standards. Our commitment to fairness, impartiality, and integrity ensures that every award reflects genuine achievement in travel and hospitality technology innovation. 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Applicants provide detailed descriptions and supporting materials to help illustrate their achievements, unique features and impact within the TravelTech industry.Key Information in the Application Includes: Overview of Product\/Innovation: Outline of the product or service, highlighting its purpose and technology. Technical Specifications: Technical data that outlines how the technology functions. Case Studies or Testimonials: Real-world applications or results that showcase effectiveness may be included but are not necessary. This information can be provided through a link to a website. Future Impact: How the technology or product could evolve to impact the travel and hospitality sectors further. \n
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Step 5: Selection and Announcement of Winners<\/h3>\n
Integrity and Fairness<\/h2>\n
TravelTech Breakthrough Ethical Standards & Guidelines<\/h2>\n
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Reporting Ethical Concerns<\/h2>\n
JUDGING CRITERIA<\/h2>\n
All entries will be judged on the TravelTech Breakthrough criteria:<\/h4>\n