Call for Entries: 2026 (44th) IT Awards – Recognizing Excellence in IT-Driven Business Reform and Social Problem Solving
The Japan Institute of Information Technology (JIIT) has opened applications for the 44th IT Awards, honoring organizations that leverage digital technology for business innovation. The deadline is August 18, 2026, with an awards ceremony scheduled for January 2027.
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The Japan Institute of Information Technology (JIIT) has officially opened the call for entries for the 44th IT Awards, a program designed to recognize companies, organizations, and individuals that have demonstrated significant achievements in business innovation through advanced IT utilization. The judging committee is chaired by Professor Takashi Hattori of Keio University. The application deadline is 5:00 PM on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. The awards ceremony will be held on Thursday, January 28, 2027, during the 42nd IT Strategy Conference.
The IT Awards recognize organizations that utilize digital technology to drive operational reform, value creation, and social problem-solving. Established in 1983, the program aims to promote digitalization across Japan by showcasing advanced case studies. Categories include Business Reform, Customer Value Innovation, Social/Environmental Value Creation, and Co-creation/Ecosystem Building. Awards include the IT Grand Prize, IT Excellence Award, IT Award, and IT Encouragement Award. A joint briefing session for prospective applicants will be held on July 6, 2026, at the Tokyo Prince Hotel.
The IT Awards recognize organizations that utilize digital technology to drive operational reform, value creation, and social problem-solving. Established in 1983, the program aims to promote digitalization across Japan by showcasing advanced case studies. Categories include Business Reform, Customer Value Innovation, Social/Environmental Value Creation, and Co-creation/Ecosystem Building. Awards include the IT Grand Prize, IT Excellence Award, IT Award, and IT Encouragement Award. A joint briefing session for prospective applicants will be held on July 6, 2026, at the Tokyo Prince Hotel.
FAQ
Are international companies eligible for the IT Awards?
The award is primarily aimed at organizations operating in Japan, but companies with significant IT-driven initiatives in the Japanese market are encouraged to review the guidelines.