Who should enter the ‘Cloud Project of the Year’ category?

The ‘Cloud Project of the Year’ category recognizes the most outstanding and impactful implementations of cloud technology within a specific organizational context – celebrating the execution, integration, and final outcome of a transformation journey.

Entries may showcase a large-scale migration, a cloud-native re-platforming, or the launch of a greenfield digital product that has fundamentally changed how an organization operates. The category highlights excellence in project management and change management, where change was handled with minimal disruption and maximum stakeholder alignment.

Submissions should demonstrate how the project moved from a clear strategic vision to a successful, “live” deployment, overcoming technical hurdles or cultural barriers along the way.

In addition, submissions should highlight the innovation and architecture specific to the project, demonstrating how cloud-native features like serverless computing, microservices, or auto-scaling were utilized to meet a unique business need. Judges will look for evidence of collaboration and partnership, rewarding projects where internal teams and external vendors worked in harmony to deliver a superior result.

The category also encompasses the post-implementation evolution, showing how the project has provided a foundation for continuous improvement and future scalability.

Successful entries will provide clear evidence of quantifiable business impact, such as a significant increase in revenue, a drastic reduction in operational costs, or a transformation in customer engagement metrics.

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Example Use Cases

Cloud projects eligible for this award may have excelled in one, or several, of the following example areas (among others):

Cloud Operations Management

Delivering large-scale transformation by migrating legacy systems and infrastructure to modern cloud environments. Cloud migration projects enable organizations to improve scalability, reduce operational complexity, and unlock new digital capabilities.

Typical examples:

  • Migration of legacy applications to cloud-native platforms
  • Data center exit and infrastructure consolidation
  • Application re-platforming or refactoring for cloud environments
  • Hybrid or multi-cloud deployment strategies
  • Modernization of core enterprise systems

Some examples of results from this application:

  • Reduced infrastructure and maintenance costs
  • Improved system performance and scalability
  • Greater operational agility and faster service delivery
  • Simplified IT management and infrastructure oversight

Digital content management

Enabling new digital services and customer experiences through cloud-enabled platforms. These projects often form the backbone of broader digital transformation initiatives across organizations.

Typical examples:

  • Development of cloud-based customer portals or service platforms
  • Integration of digital channels and backend systems
  • Modernization of legacy service delivery platforms
  • Deployment of scalable digital infrastructure
  • Cloud-enabled customer experience initiatives

Some examples of results from this application:

  • Improved customer engagement and satisfaction
  • Faster delivery of new digital services
  • Increased adoption of online platforms
  • Greater flexibility in service innovation

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Unlocking organizational insight through cloud-based data platforms. These projects consolidate fragmented data sources and introduce modern analytics capabilities to support faster, data-driven decision-making.

Typical examples:

  • Cloud data lake or data warehouse implementation
  • Integration of multiple enterprise data sources
  • Real-time analytics and reporting platforms
  • AI and machine learning environments
  • Self-service business intelligence initiatives

Some examples of results from this application:

  • Faster access to actionable business insights
  • Improved forecasting and operational planning
  • Reduced reliance on manual reporting processes
  • Greater collaboration around organizational data

Transforming internal operations through cloud-enabled workflow automation and platform integration. These projects streamline business processes and improve organizational productivity.

Typical examples:

  • Integration of enterprise platforms such as ERP, CRM, and HR systems
  • Automation of manual business workflows
  • Cloud-based collaboration and productivity environments
  • Digital process redesign initiatives
  • Centralized operational management platforms

Some examples of results from this application:

  • Reduced operational costs and manual workload
  • Faster execution of key business processes
  • Improved collaboration across departments
  • Increased organizational efficiency and productivity

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Delivering tailored cloud solutions designed to address sector-specific challenges and opportunities. These projects demonstrate how cloud technology can transform operations within specialized industries.

Typical examples:

  • Healthcare digital records and data platforms
  • Financial services risk and compliance infrastructure
  • Retail e-commerce and omnichannel systems
  • Manufacturing production and supply chain platforms
  • Public sector digital citizen services

Some examples of results from this application:

  • Improved service delivery and user experience
  • Greater operational transparency and oversight
  • Enhanced regulatory compliance and reporting
  • Increased scalability for sector-specific demands

Hall of Fame: Previous Winners

Magnopus Logo

Magnopus was recognized for delivering a cloud project that demonstrates strong execution, clear technical complexity, and real world impact. The judges were impressed by the quality of delivery and the ability to translate cloud capability into outcomes that matter. It represents the kind of practical, high value cloud work we look to celebrate. This made Magnopus a deserving winner at The Cloud Awards.”

The Cloud Awards COO, Annabelle Whittall

Cloud Project of the Year 2025/26, Magnopus
Vertafore Logo

Vertafore has revolutionized the insurance industry’s technology solutions by transitioning to the cloud in partnership with AWS. By leveraging AWS’s cloud infrastructure, Vertafore has enhanced performance, security, and scalability for critical InsurTech products like QQCatalyst, BenefitPoint, and InsurLink. This strategic move enables real-time data access, seamless integration, and faster product innovation, empowering Vertafore’s customers to stay competitive and provide superior service in the rapidly evolving insurance market.”

The Cloud Awards COO, Annabelle Whittall

Cloud Project of the Year 2024/25, Vertafore
Profisea Labs Logo

Profisea Labs’ Uniskai platform was compelling for its use of AI-powered capabilities like resource optimization, infrastructure visualization, and automated DevOps to drive major reductions in cloud costs. The quantified cost savings and the platform’s ability to enhance cloud management and collaboration make this an important cloud project. By integrating established best practices with innovative technical solutions, Profisea Labs and their Uniskai FinOps offering have shown the potential of holistic cloud optimization. Congratulations Profisea Labs, from everyone at The Cloud Awards”

Lead Judge, Richard Geary

Cloud Project of the Year 2023/24, Profisea Labs

Areas to Highlight in Your Submission

Judges score nominations across these five key areas:

  • Innovation: The features or technology that makes your cloud project unique - or transformed your market.

  • Impact: Evidence of the positive effect your cloud project has brought to your customer.

  • Scalability: How your solution grows or adapts to changing business needs, without significant upgrades or overhauls.

  • User Experience: How intuitive the output of the cloud project is to use for users of varying roles or skill levels.

  • Relevance: What makes your solution a worthy winner in this particular category.

Although not formally scored, focus on these areas specific to this category, can help your nomination stand out:

Project Delivery

Consider factors such as project management, timeline adherence, budget management, and stakeholder satisfaction.

Collaboration

Highlight effective teamwork among different stakeholders, such as IT teams, business units, and cloud service providers.

Security

The project’s security controls, encryption mechanisms, access management, and compliance frameworks.

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Next Steps to Enter The Cloud Awards

To enter this Cloud Awards category, or any other category in The Cloud Awards, please follow these three simple steps:

  • Download the entry form. Open up the ‘Cloud Awards Simple Form’ document.
  • Complete your form. You only need to complete the form once, even if entering multiple Cloud Awards categories.
  • Submit your entry. Head to the ‘Submit Now’ section on our website, select ‘The Cloud Awards’ and the category/categories you are entering from the list, upload your form and any other materials you would like the judges to review, and process your fees.

Since 2011, The Cloud Awards been helping organizations across the globe gain the recognition they deserve for market-leading innovation in the cloud computing and software sectors.

For a detailed breakdown of all the benefits you receive as an awards entrant as either a shortlistee, finalist or ultimate winner, please see our “Why Enter?” page. The many benefits are replicated across all international awards programs. If you have any questions about this category, please contact us.