THE finalists for The Herald Scottish Digital Business Awards 2017 in association with DigitalBoost have been announced, with judges declaring they were overwhelmed with the calibre of entrants.
For the past eight years, these awards have
recognised organisations and agencies who have successfully developed their business and client base through the use of digital technology.
This year will see Equator, Screenmedia, Storm ID and xDesign battle it out for the coveted Digital Agency award. In total, 11 category winners will be announced on Thursday, October 19, 2017 at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Glasgow.
The judging panel scrutinised a record number of entries and said they were hugely impressed with the innovation on show.
The Herald is delighted to be working with DigitalBoost, Business Gateway, Enigma People Solutions, SQA, Prudential, RDM and s1jobs to continue to celebrate the tremendous talent in Scotland.
Hugh Lightbody, chief officer at the Business Gateway National Unit, said: “Over the past few years The Business Gateway delivered DigitalBoost programme has helped increasing numbers of
businesses across Scotland improve their digital skills and knowledge, and it is great to see this
growing focus on digital technology reflected in the quality of the businesses entering the Herald Digital Business Awards.
“The awards programme continues to go from strength to strength with the high calibre of the 2017 finalists reinforcing the importance of digital
technology to the growth of Scotland’s economy. It is shaping up to be a fantastic competition and our congratulations go to all the finalists.”
David Mains, director, Enigma People Solutions said: “A big congratulations to all the finalists in the Digital Agency category. Once again, this year’s entrants have showcased the exceptional talent across digital agencies in Scotland and as ever, we have been impressed by the standard of entries. Every one of our finalists is already a winner and we look forward to seeing you all in October!”
Daniel Sedgwick, head of digital proposition development, Prudential said: “A huge congratulations to the finalists in the Digital Professional Category. It is great to see so many talented digital professionals in Scotland, truly driving digital forwards – anyone would be proud to have any one of the finalists on their team.”
Gavin Maxwell, managing director, RMD, said: “We are truly delighted to sponsor the Public Sector Award at The Herald Digital Business Awards 2017. We believe this is a fantastic way to celebrate and reward the success of public sector organisations.”
For more information on how to attend the awards please visit www.newsquestscotlandevents.com/events/digibiz/ or contact Heather Steven on 0141 302 6018.
Digital Business Shortlist
Business to Business Award
AM Bid Services
Encompass Corporation
Red Evolution – Share my Office
Screenmedia Design – Honeywell Aerospace
E-Commerce Award - Supported by DigitalBoost
Big Red Digital
Digital Six – ETB Technologies
Labels4Kids Ltd
Wholesale Domestic
Charity and Social Enterprise Award
Assist Social Capital CIC
Simon Community Scotland
xDesign - Neatebox
Young Scot
Public Sector Award – Supported by RMD
Ayrshire College
Business Gateway – DigitalBoost
NHS Health Scotland
Strathclyde Partnership for Transport
Best Mobile Application (inc Games)
Find a Player
Ketchup Digital – Medsmart
Ketchup Digital – Premier Punt
xDesign & Whitespace
Consumer Engagement Award
Equator – Clydesdale Bank
KILTR WIFI
LUX Agency – Spirit of the Festival
Strathclyde Partnership for Transport
Education & Training Award – Supported by SQA
Front Page – Disney Stars
Innovation Digital – Scottish College for Educational Leadership
Nucleus Financial
Scottish Social Services Council: Making Better Decisions
Student Award
To be announced on the night.
Best Use of Social Media Award
Ayrshire College
DotScot Registry
DYW Glasgow
Equator – Clydesdale Bank
Historic Environment Scotland
Digital Professional of the Year Award –Supported by Prudential
Carole Logan - Equator
Jacqueline MacDougall - DigitalBoost
John McLeish - Equator
Kirstin Watson - Innovation Digital
Louise Henderson - Scottish College for Educational Leadership
Digital Agency Award – Supported by Enigma People Solutions
Equator
Screenmedia
Storm ID
xDesign
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