5 Tips to Submit a Winning Innovators Award Entry
You’ve done the work. Now here’s how to tell the story that gets it recognized. You’ve led change. You’ve delivered impact. You’re thinking about applying for a ScienceLogic Innovators Award—but maybe you’re wondering: What should I say in the entry? We’ve got you. Here are five tips from past winners and judges to help your submission stand out: Tell the “Before and After” Story What was the challenge? What wasn't working? Help us understand the problem—and how you changed it. Use Metrics to Show Impact Even if it’s simple. “Reduced manual tickets by 60%,” “Cut MTTR in half,” or “Integrated 12+ systems into a single pane of glass.” Numbers speak volumes. Show How You Used ScienceLogic in a Unique or Transformative Way Did you extend the platform? Automate something new? Use PowerFlow or SL1 in a way others might not have thought of? Highlight Collaboration and Leadership Who did you bring along for the ride? Change is rarely solo—mention the teams, departments, or customers impacted. Make It Yours Every story is different. Don’t worry about sounding “formal.” Be real, be specific, and speak from your point of view. That’s what makes it resonate. Ready to shine a light on your innovation? Submit your entry by August 20 to be considered for the 2025 Innovators Awards. Start your application today.Could You Be a ScienceLogic Innovator? Take the Quiz.
You’re innovating more than you think. Find out if you should apply for the 2025 Innovators Awards. We hear it all the time: “I’m just doing my job.” But what if the way you're doing it is transforming how your organization delivers value? Take this quick quiz—if you answer “yes” to 4 or more, we think you’ve got what it takes to apply (or nominate a teammate!) for the ScienceLogic Innovators Awards. QUIZ: Do You Have What It Takes? Have you introduced automation, AI, or AIOps into your IT operations in the last year? Are your peers or leaders noticing faster outcomes or better service levels because of your work? Have you integrated or extended ScienceLogic to support your broader IT ecosystem? Have you reduced manual tasks or improved time-to-resolution for your team? Have you contributed ideas, processes, or tools that are now being scaled or reused? Did you take a risk on something new—and it paid off? Do your customers (internal or external) now have better visibility, reliability, or performance? How did you do? 4+ Yeses? Apply now. You’ve already proven you’re innovating. 2–3 Yeses? Nominate a teammate or get inspired by others—and keep pushing! 0–1 Yes? Maybe not this year… but you're on your way. Join us at Nexus Live to get inspired! Deadline to apply is August 20. Submit your entry or nomination today.Shine Bright Nexus Community: Innovators Awards Applications Are Open for 2025!
You’ve done something remarkable with ScienceLogic SL1—and now it’s your time to shine. We're thrilled to officially launch the 2025 ScienceLogic Innovators Awards, and we're calling on all problem-solvers, big thinkers, and pioneers in our customer community to share how you're using SL1 in unique and game-changing ways. Whether you're automating what no one else thought possible, eliminating operational noise, or delivering jaw-dropping results that made your CIO do a double take—we want to hear your story. This isn't just an award. It’s your opportunity to take the stage (literally). Winners will be celebrated live at Nexus Live this October, featured on-stage in front of their peers, industry leaders, and the broader ScienceLogic community. You’ll join a group of recognized innovators who are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with AIOps, ITOps, and beyond. Why You Should Apply Because your story deserves to be told—and recognized. Because your team should feel proud of what they’ve accomplished. Because your work might just inspire someone else’s next big breakthrough. What We’re Looking For We’re not looking for “perfect.” We’re looking for bold ideas. Real transformation. Smart applications of SL1 that drive results. If that sounds like you, now’s the time to step up and share it. Winners will receive: An official ScienceLogic Innovators Award A feature in our In the Know newsletter and across our digital channels A spotlight within the Nexus Community An opportunity to tell your story in a ScienceLogic webinar or blog A media kit to share the good news with your social networks And of course, on-stage recognition at Nexus Live 2025 Think You’ve Got a Winning Story? We believe you do. The deadline to apply is August 20, 2025, and the process is simple. Just bring your best story of results-based innovation to the table. Apply now to share your impact and get the recognition your work deserves. The stage is set. Will you be on it?Celebrating Innovation in IT: Honoring the 2024 ScienceLogic Innovators Award Winners
Whether you're a mid-size business or global organization, innovation stands as a pivotal force that drives enterprise success and scalability. When IT operations teams fully engage with the spirit of innovation, they unlock a multitude of opportunities and push the boundaries of what's possible. This is the essence behind the ScienceLogic Innovators Awards—a program designed to spotlight those visionaries who are making significant contributions to efficiency, scalability, and innovation through their work with the ScienceLogic AI Platform. The 2024 ScienceLogic Innovators Awards are here! This celebrates individuals and teams who dare to redefine the limits of IT. This year’s awardees have not only exhibited extraordinary creativity but have also set new benchmarks in leveraging the ScienceLogic AI Platform to tackle complex challenges and foster the next generation of AIOps. These recipients hail from diverse industries but are united by their commitment to advancing technology's frontiers. Meet the 2024 Innovators Award Winners LTIMindtree - Cloud Transformation Innovator Sivachandrakarthik (Siva), a Principal at LTIMindtree, spearheaded a groundbreaking initiative that integrated the ScienceLogic AI Platform with the company's CloudXperienz platform. This enhanced multi-tenancy and service delivery across more than 25 customers, monitoring 45,000 configuration items within 11 months. LTIMindtree achieved operational efficiencies of 35% and reduced downtime by 20%, clearly demonstrating the potential of forward-thinking collaboration. Computacenter - Contribution to Community and Collaboration Innovator Neil Edwards, a Technical Architect at Computacenter, addressed challenges related to innovating and going the extra mile to improve the ScienceLogic out-of-the-box Powerpack with Meraki Cloud managed devices. His efforts in improving operational efficiency resulted in a dramatic reduction of incidents, from 700 per month to about 100. By sharing these innovations with the ScienceLogic Nexus community, Computacenter has empowered others to adopt similar efficiencies in their IT environments. GDIT - Beyond Monitoring Solutions Pioneer Under the leadership of Gary Slebrch, Vice President of Technology at GDIT, the company's Cove AIOps solution harnessed the ScienceLogic AI Platform to expand its monitoring capabilities. This growth, from 1,200 devices to 13,200 objects, represents a 1000% increase, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and decision-making. Real-time data now offers unprecedented visibility into user activity and system performance. Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) - Dev's Choice Innovator Led by Solution Architect Sankalp Singh, TCS introduced Monitoring as Code (MaC) within the ScienceLogic AI Platform, transforming the management of dynamic IT landscapes. By automating processes like server onboarding and Maintenance Mode scheduling, TCS saved approximately 310 hours of manual effort per month, illustrating substantial efficiency gains and cost savings. Softility - Automation and Efficiency Innovator Innovators Sushil Mulukala, Sr. Associate Consultant, and Chenchu Sowmya Dhulipalla, Software Engineer, alongside their team at Softility, showcased the power of automation in a large public sector agency. By leveraging continuous monitoring and improved ticketing processes with ScienceLogic, they saved over 200,000 hours in six months, allowing engineers to focus on more complex tasks. Axians UK - Integration and Customization Innovator James Masters, a consultant at Axians UK, earned recognition for his innovative integration of Juniper Mist's AI-driven wireless platform with ScienceLogic's monitoring capabilities. His development of a comprehensive Powerpack significantly increased customer acquisition and service offerings, growing supported sites from 250 to 1,000 and improving renewal rates and responsiveness. These exemplary projects serve as a testament to what can be achieved when cutting-edge technology meets visionary leadership. For IT professionals seeking to enhance operational efficiencies or drive digital transformation, the achievements of this year's winners provide invaluable lessons and insights. Watch our On-Demand PowerHour event, where the ScienceLogic Innovators share their ideation processes, the challenges they overcame, and the execution strategies behind these groundbreaking projects. Don't miss the opportunity to learn and be inspired—watch on-demand webinar or check out our winner’s page!Innovators Awards - Final Use Case Showcase: Get Inspired by Cisco
NOTE: AWARDS APPLICATIONS CLOSING THIS WEEK! Enhancing Enterprise Efficiency with Cisco Managed Services Background The surge in remote work and the proliferation of connected devices have heightened the need for advanced solutions that offer improved network visibility, faster incident resolution, and streamlined management processes. Challenge Enterprises have struggled with visibility over their networks due to the rise of hybrid cloud environments and the complexity of managing multiple devices. Cisco Managed Services was not alone. Traditional support services often failed to address some of these emerging needs, leading to increased downtime and diminished user experience. Solution In the culmination of an 18-year ambition, Cisco Managed Services has enabled end-to-end network visibility and automated intelligence-driven correlation and remediation to deliver a better user experience for their enterprise clients. With visibility, event correlation, and workflow automation enabled by SL1, they developed automated steps to diagnose and resolve the most commonly occurring problems across the client base. This innovative solution, Virtual Engineer, frees their engineers to work on innovation instead of manual, repetitive tasks. Results The implementation of Cisco Managed Services resulted in significant improvements: Enhanced Visibility: Enterprises gained comprehensive insights into their network performance, leading to timely issue detection and resolution. Reduced Mean Time to Resolution: Mean time to restore incidents decreased from 351 minutes to just 2.4 minutes, significantly enhancing productivity. Automation Savings: With over 280,000 hours saved through automation, engineers could allocate their efforts towards higher-value initiatives. Cisco's Managed Services exemplify how innovation in technology and automated processes can transform enterprise operations. By leveraging these solutions, businesses gain the agility to respond efficiently to challenges. The lessons learned and best practices shared by Cisco provide valuable insights for organizations looking to integrate AI and automation into their operations. Applications are closing this week! You too can join the ranks of tech innovators who are shaping the future of enterprise operations. Don’t delay. Apply for the Innovators Awards today!Innovators Awards – Use Case Showcase: Get Inspired by Telstra Purple
Are you an IT professional looking to revolutionize your company's processes? Look no further for inspiration than Rob Gruener, Senior Domain Architect from Telstra Purple, and his award-winning innovation in the IT space. The Challenge Telstra faced a significant challenge—meeting customer expectations for a quicker, simpler, and more accurate onboarding process. Their ambitious goal was to achieve zero-touch onboarding for SD-WAN technologies while removing all manual onboarding SL1 interactions, regardless of the technology involved. The Solution To tackle this challenge, Telstra invested in automation with the SL1 platform. They aimed to simplify the complexities across various platforms and created a cross-platform automation solution with a common code base and shared libraries. This allowed automations to be freely developed and deployed across: SL1 PowerFlow workflows and RunBook automations Ansible playbooks Telstra’s Python platform and command-line scripts The Results Telstra's innovative approach led to remarkable achievements: Tripled the number of engineers involved in writing automation Cut Python development time and writing supporting documentation by 75% Reduced functional testing time by 60% Reduced onboarding time and costs for their customers Why This Matters Telstra's success is a testament to what can be achieved through innovative thinking and the strategic use of automation. It not only improved their internal processes but also significantly enhanced customer satisfaction. Take Action Are you using SL1 in innovative ways? Share your story and inspire others by applying for the Innovators Awards. Your groundbreaking work could be the next big success story in the IT world. Submit your application today and join the ranks of industry leaders like Telstra Purple. Let's drive the future of IT innovation together!
