The A’ Smart, Virtual and Remote Work Solutions Design Award has announced its prize package for the 2024-2025 competition period. Established in 2008, the award recognises outstanding achievements in Smart Working design, celebrating innovations that enhance remote work capabilities and virtual collaboration.
The competition provides recognition for designers, companies and innovators contributing to digital transformation and workplace efficiency.
The award focuses on addressing the growing demand for advanced remote work technologies and collaboration tools. As organisations continue to adapt to evolving workplace models, the competition highlights solutions that improve productivity, enhance user experience and strengthen virtual collaboration. Designs are judged on functionality, technological innovation and their ability to respond to the challenges of modern work environments.
The competition is open to Smart Working solution providers, software developers, digital workspace designers and innovation companies globally. Entries can be submitted across multiple categories, including virtual workspace design, remote collaboration tools, digital productivity solutions and smart office technologies. The deadline for submissions is 30 March 2025, with winners announced on 1 May 2025.
Evaluation and Award Recognition
Entries are assessed using a blind peer-review methodology, ensuring an impartial evaluation process. A panel of international experts from the Smart Working industry, academia and design fields review submissions based on pre-established criteria. Innovation, functionality, technical excellence, user experience and social impact are the key factors considered during the evaluation process.
Winners receive the A’ Design Award trophy, a winner’s certificate and the right to use the Smart Work Solutions Award winner logo. The prize package also includes industry recognition and exclusive networking opportunities. The award’s concealed category status ensures that intellectual property remains protected throughout the competition.
The A’ Smart Working Award aims to promote the development of advanced remote work solutions that contribute to more efficient and accessible workplace models. By recognising high-quality designs, the competition supports innovation in Smart Working technologies, helping businesses and communities adapt to the future of work.
