Submissions Open for 2024 Technology Innovation Award
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. – The Business Technology Council (BTC), a council under MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers, announced it is now accepting applications for its Technology Innovation Award. The award recognizes technology solution/service providers that introduce innovations that support, enhance, and/or advance aftermarket processes. Applications must be submitted by August 16, 2024.
Technology innovations must have been launched during the past year or will be launched soon. Innovations must also support one of the BTC's areas of focus. These types of technologies can include:
- Customer-Facing Technologies: cataloging and product data, EDI/e-commerce, mobile, web services, e-tailing, RFID, QR codes, bar codes, POS data, data warehouses, S&OP.
- Information Technologies: cyber and network security, big data, BI, AI, AR/VR/MR, blockchain, RPA, DAM, data analytics, cloud computing, IT outsourcing, ERP, MES, CRM.
After the application submission deadline, finalists will be notified on August 31. The finalists will then present their innovations during the BTC fall meeting on September 17, and BTC members will vote on the winner. The winner of the award will be announced at the 2024 Aftermarket Technology Conference, October 13-15, 2024, in Clearwater Beach, Fla.
Past winners of the award include PDM Automotive's AI-Generated Omnichannel Content (2023), Dorman's "Where to Buy" platform (2022), VizSeek's Visual Search (2021), and OptiCat's Automated Loadsheets (2020).
"BTC is committed to celebrating innovative advancements that transform the aftermarket," said Jim Naso, Applications Data Manager at Continental ContiTech Power Transmission Group and BTC Chair. "The Technology Innovation Award recognizes the pioneers shaping the future of aftermarket processes through creative and practical technological solutions."
"We invite all vehicle solution and service providers to showcase their ingenuity by applying for this award," said Danielle Kaspar, Director of Programs & CV Aftermarket at MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers and BTC Council Lead. "We can't wait to see the inspiring submissions this year and are excited to honor the innovative spirit that drives the automotive and commercial vehicle aftermarket forward."
More information about the award can be found at mema.org/tech-innovation. Those interested in applying can do so here.
Learn more and register for the 2024 Aftermarket Technology Conference at MEMATech.org.
About MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers
MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers exclusively serves manufacturers of aftermarket components, tools and equipment, and related products, an important part of the automotive parts manufacturing industry which supports over 900,000 American jobs in all 50 states. MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers is a recognized industry change agent – promoting a collaborative industry environment, providing a forum to address issues, and serving as a valued resource for member companies. Members represent all areas of the aftermarket including light vehicle, commercial vehicle, and remanufacturing. MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers is a membership group within MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association.
MEMA is the leading North American trade association for vehicle suppliers, parts manufacturers, and remanufacturers. Automotive and commercial vehicle suppliers are the largest manufacturing sector in the United States and lead the way in new vehicle innovations. MEMA has been the voice of the vehicle supplier industry since 1904. Its more than 1,000 members are Strong by Association.
Members supply the aftermarket with the parts that keep millions of vehicles on the road, fueling international commerce and meeting society's transportation needs. MEMA members are committed to safety and sustainability.
MEMA has offices in Southfield, Mich.; Research Triangle Park, N.C.; and Washington, D.C. Learn more at mema.org/aftermarket-suppliers.