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The Rising XR Company of the Year award is for emerging XR companies with less than 1 million in revenue. It honours those making a noticeable impact in the XR industry through innovative solutions and showing significant growth potential.
Eligible for companies with revenue under £1m and less than 50 employees.
A01 Innovative XR Offerings
Celebrating companies that have introduced novel XR products or services in the market.
A02 User-Centric Design
Recognizing companies for developing XR solutions with a strong focus on user experience and intuitive design.
A03 Emerging Technology Integration
Honoring companies that effectively integrate emerging technologies into their XR solutions, such as AI or IoT.
B01 Market Entry and Growth Trajectory
Acknowledging companies that have demonstrated a strong market entry and growth trajectory in the XR industry.
B02 Niche Market Innovation
Recognizing companies that have successfully identified and served niche markets within the XR ecosystem.
B03 Strategic Business Development
Honoring companies for their strategic approach to business development, including partnerships, collaborations, and customer acquisition.
C01 Community Building and Engagement
Awarding companies that actively engage with and contribute to the XR community.
C02 Industry Networking and Collaboration
Recognizing firms for building strong industry networks and engaging in meaningful collaborations.
C03 Customer and User Feedback
Honoring companies that place a high emphasis on customer and user feedback to guide their product development.
D01 Effective Financial Management
Recognizing companies for their effective financial management strategies and potential for future profitability.
D02 Scalability and Adaptability
Honoring companies that have shown potential for scalability and adaptability in their business model.
D03 Resourcefulness and Efficiency
Awarding companies that demonstrate resourcefulness and efficiency in their operations, especially in the use of funding and resources.
E01 Visionary Approach
Recognizing companies with a clear and compelling vision for their role in the XR industry.
E02 Scalability Potential
Acknowledging startups that show high potential for scaling their solutions in the XR market.
E03 Responsible Innovation
Honoring firms that demonstrate a commitment to responsible and ethical innovation in the XR field.
Download the Entry Kit to have a full breakdown of judging criteria.
Awards submissions open 26 March 2024.
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