Reflecting our wider mission of helping individuals plan, design, build and operate better data centers globally, DCD has been recognizing the people, projects and teams putting innovation at the heart of the industry for over 17 years. Often referred to as the Oscars of the data center industry, it is the original, largest, and most prestigious awards program, with hundreds of entries each year from around the world.

Each category is free to enter and independently judged by recognized industry experts in that specific field, to ensure we cut through the hype and find entries that have truly made an impact and deserve recognition.

Enter today to showcase your achievement and inspire the wider industry!

2023 Award categories to enter:

Over the last 17 years of hosting these awards, there have been over 6,000 entries submitted, 1,100 entries have been shortlisted as finalists, 350+ teams and individuals have taken home prizes, and over $1,000,000 has been raised for charity. Over the past couple of years, a further 4,000+ individuals globally have watched the live-stream as even the ceremony itself becomes truly international. If you are shortlisted for this year's awards, you will also be invited to join the exclusive ceremony evening at the Park Plaza Hotel in London this December!

Live Events Director, Rebecca Davison stated "we are delighted to be opening the 2023 awards program for entries. There has never been a more important time to recognize and celebrate the innovation and successes of the industry as growth continues and challenges evolve. We can't wait to celebrate with over 1200 guests at the ceremony in London. See you there!"

The Submission deadline for entries is 18 September 2023. For any questions please email global.awards@datacenterdynamics.com

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