ACIA strongly encourages nominations for analytical work impacting at local, regional or national level. The objective of the awards is to identify, recognise and share good or innovative practice, and is not just about showcasing high profile work.

The judges will be looking for:

• Clear evidence of operational impact
• Sharing of knowledge and good ideas

Nominees must show evidence of excellence against one or more of the following criteria:

• Innovation in the application and development of analytical techniques 
• Initiative and perseverance in promoting the benefits of analysis, creating a culture of evidence-based decision making. 
• Innovation in the use of research techniques in support of organisational objectives. 
• Providing a fresh, pioneering insight into existing activity, or new insight into emerging issues in order to inform decision making.
• Exceptional levels of collaboration and integration of analytical techniques into the investigative or intelligence functions. 
• Enhanced effectiveness of the investigative effort. 
• Dedication to cultivating, collecting and collating previously unavailable, high quality data sets that have enhanced the intelligence function.