The CIO of the Year Award gives recognition to the best-performing CIO of the
year. The measured aspects entail IT performance, IT agility, and project
performance/attractiveness. But not only the performance is essential. Like last
year, the election will focus on leadership business and boardroom credibility.

Tech Heroes are the exponents of a new economic and social reality. They are
the companies that, under the motto 'adopt or die', have managed to create
significant value in an increasingly erratic market dynamic. In fact, they are the
companies that have helped drive digital progress. And that deserves
recognition and an award. Top executives, IT leaders and digital transformation
bosses like to look at organizations like Bol.com, Adyen, Coolblue, Picnic and
other Dutch success stories. For example, to see how they are coping with
social and/or economic uncertainty, increasingly demanding consumers and a
competitive and constantly changing playing field. Leadership and embracing
all digital opportunities and developments play a key role in this.

The Innovation Award recognizes and encourages exceptional projects and visionaries across the entire IT ecosystem. By crowning the most innovative leaders, challengers, and collaborative partnerships, this prestigious prize inspires organizations to embrace a forward-thinking mindset and turn bold ideas into tangible business value.

The CISO of the Year Award is designed to honor the most outstanding Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) of the year. It highlights those who excel not only in their technical skills but also in leadership and effectively communicating complex security challenges to business and boardroom leaders. The award criteria focus on these key performance areas to ensure that nominees demonstrate both strategic insight and technical proficiency.