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Why You Aren’t Getting the Submission Numbers You Want for Your Awards
No two awards programs are quite alike, but all share one thing: they want more submissions. And if you’re like many marketing managers, this issue may leave you scratching your […]
Support for Multiple Payment Gateways
Our partners and resellers have been clamoring for years to support multiple payment gateways from the same backend instance of OpenWater. Being able to use multiple payment gateways could be […]
What is Awards Software Anyways? [SlideShare]
It’s no secret that we here at OpenWater think awards software is a great tool that can benefit awards programs in lots of different ways. After all, managing a successful […]
OpenWater Team Member Wins Big at SRAA National Championship
Two weekends ago one of OpenWater’s team members, Greg Smith, won big at the Scholastic Rowing Association of America’s National Championship in Camden, New Jersey. Greg began coaching the men’s […]
Getting Feedback From Your Entrants
Congratulations, you have just finished executing your awards program! But planning, organizing, and managing your awards program is a year-round job. It’s time to move past the post-awards gala catharsis […]
How to Put Your Awards Program on Your Industry’s Radar
The secret is out: awards programs are a valuable facet of organizations. They can generate revenue, engage members, and increase awareness. But, implementing an awards program and turning it into […]
Choosing the Best Applicant: Why Eligibility Criteria Matters So Much
Creating the perfect call for entry can be difficult. It takes time and effort to ensure it includes all the important information potential entrants will need. But, which part of […]
Data Analytics and Your Awards Program
Looking back to when I was an awards program manager, I was always looking for and analyzing data to learn more about my awards program. Data is a powerful tool […]
Deep Analytics: Introducing the OpenWater Executive Report!
We are excited to bring to you the OpenWater Executive Report! With the Executive Report your Awards Consultants review, analyze, and summarize the raw data for you. The report includes, […]
How to Build an Ad for Your Awards People Will Actually Pay Attention to
Whether it’s on TV, online, or on the sides of buses, ads are everywhere and as a result we’ve become desensitized to them. However, that doesn’t mean we’re above their […]