How to enter

Who can enter?

Manufacturers, distributors and retailers of electrical goods and services based in the UK and Republic of Ireland.

How to enter

Simply choose the category or categories that you want to enter and fill in the online entry form for each one on our website here, supplying all the information required and following the instructions as prompted.

The form, together with supporting photos, can be emailed to awards@ertgroup.co.uk or posted to Anna Liddle, The ERT Industry Awards 2010, Taylist Media Ltd, 5th Floor, Congress House, Lyon Road, Harrow, Middlesex, HA1 2EN.

Photos must be clearly marked with your company name and the relevant category. Uploaded images should be no larger than 5MB in total file size and sent in JPEG format. Each entry must be accompanied by a written summary of not more than 1,000 words telling us why your company or product should win an award.

Hint and tips on how to enter

Size isn't important – the judges are not looking for who's got the biggest turnover or budget, they want to know what you've done with the resources available. The smallest high-street showroom has as much chance as anyone else if they're an outstanding outfit that's run well with clever ideas.
Just the facts – you need to back up your arguments with solid facts and figures. You only have 1,000 words, which sounds a lot, but is less than a couple of sheets of A4. Use bullet points to highlight key facts – business successes, awards, marketing strategies, good customer service, etc. Judges look for details, not superlatives.
Picture success – Make sure your photos show as much of your showroom as possible. For the showroom, include a view from outside, and view across the whole interior if possible.

Copyright and confidentiality

Entry materials will be used in issues of ERT and on www.ERTonline.co.uk, during the awards ceremony and in event promotional material. You should secure copyright clearance for these uses before including video, stills or other material in support of your entry.

Support materials

Digital copies of high-resolution images or marketing materials to support your entry must be supplied as these will be used within ERT and, if you’re a finalist, on-screen at the prestigious awards ceremony.