I have been selected as one of the judges for the 2^nd Annual Constellation Research SuperNova awards.

I am humbled by the selection.

The SuperNova Award is an extremely special award given to the ne plus ultra in computing, technology, and Web 2.0.

The judging takes place over several months, and is conducted by an equally worldwide group of judges well versed in the required subjects . To be included in such an august group is definitely an award in itself, this time, for me.

As a backgrounder, I decided to reach out to R. “Ray” Wang, CEO of Constellation Research, and ask a few questions about Constellation Research and the SuperNova Award

Please tell me about yourself and Constellation Research. 

Constellation is a research and advisory firm based in the heart of silicon valley. We're focused on business themed research with topics such as the Future of Work, Next Gen Customer Experience, Matrix Commerce, Big Data - Analytics- Performance Management, Technology Optimization, and Consumerization of IT and the new C-Suite.  We have over 100 clients.  Our 14 analysts and 21 team members and board of advisors span 22 cities around the globe.

What business demographic is targeted by Constellation Research, and who is the average Constellation Research customer?

the average Constellation customer is above average - that is to say - they are early adopters, innovators, those who are not afraid of change.  Consequently, we assist with keynotes, webinars, art of the possible workshops, innovation summits, vendor shortlisting and selection, contract negotiations, and innovation tour services.  For our top customers, they are part of our Galaxy Club, a invite only membership group where we discuss meaty topics and foster new networks among the buy-side end user communities.

What is the SuperNova Award?

The Constellation SuperNova Awards celebrate and recognize leaders and teams who have overcome the odds to successfully apply emerging and disruptive technologies for their organizations. This annual search for innovators includes an all star judging panel, substantial prizes, invite-only admission and speaking opportunities at Constellation's premier innovation summit - Connected Enterprise

More information on Constellation Research is here, and more information on the SuperNova Award can be found here

Many thanks to Ray and his team at Constellation Research for selecting me.

I am truly looking forward to weighing in.

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