Rules

Entries must:
• Have been produced after September 1, 2007.
• Be written in English.
• Contain sufficient technical, scientific, medical, or similar content to qualify as technical communication.
• Have been originally prepared and accepted for publication by a client, employer, or publisher.
• Be suitable for public display.

Judging Criteria

Technical Publications entries are rated on four factors: writing, graphics, copy editing, and overall integration. All factors are judged in the context of the purpose, content, and organization of the document.

Technical Art entries are judged on how well they visually communicate a technical message. Judges evaluate the visual appeal, technical execution, and presentation of each entry to determine awards based on the entry’s strengths and weaknesses.

Online Communication entries are judged in the context of the entry’s stated purpose and audience. Judges evaluate the content, structure, and design of each entry, and determine awards based on the individual entry’s strengths and weaknesses and how well it fulfilled its purpose.