Nominations are now open for the 2010 International Telematics Update Awards.

Krystyna

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11th February 2010

Does your company deserve special recognition for innovation?

Do you want to make sure that your new developments and improved services are internationally celebrated rather than slipping off the industry radar? If yes then take this opportunity to be recognized for all your hard work and achievements by nominating now!!!

“Year after year, the Telematics Update Awards have served as the most credible forum for celebrating innovation and business success in the rapidly evolving and expanding area of connected vehicles.” said Roger Dewey, CEO and Managing Member of M2MV, also one of the judges for the 2010 event.

Nominate now and gain an unrivalled opportunity to attain recognition for hard work: http://www.telematicsupdate.com/detroit/awards-nominate.shtml

Following the success of the 2009 event – where large global companies competed with relatively unknown start-ups on an even footing, the widely anticipated 2010 Awards will bring together the most influential and elite players of the Telematics industry.

Ford Motor Company received tremendous recognition last year for winning three prestigious awards. In response to winning the awards, Joesph Berry, director of product & business development said, "Ford Motor Company is very thankful and humbled to be recognized by such a prestigious organization as Telematics Update and its industry professionals. We are extremely proud to be a part of this very important industry event and we will continue to support it in the future."

The judges are already gearing up for the challenge they face, sifting through the exceptional nominations:

"I've been honored to be a judge for the Telematics Update Awards since the start and I'm amazed at how the entries improve each year.” said Bernie Wagenblast, editor of Transport Communications Newsletter.“It's not just that the nominees show innovation each year, but how difficult it is to select only one winner in each category."

Telematics Update is pleased to announce this year’s judging panel of renowned industry leaders:

• Dominique Bonte, Research Director, Telematics & Navigation, ABI Research
• Roger Dewey, CEO & Managing Member, M2MV, LLC
• Mike Brennan, founder, Mitechnews.com
• Thilo Koslowski, Lead Analyst & Director – Automotive Research, Gartner
• Phil Magney, Principal Analyst, Telematics Research Group
• David McClure, Technical Director, SBD
• Dave McNamara, manager for advanced infotainment, Ford Motor Co Research & Innovation Centre (retired Feb ’06)
• Lisa Peterson, Managing Partner, LBS Consulting
• Bernie Wagenblast, Editor, Transport Communications Newsletter

“The categories have been designed to ensure that all players from all corners of the Telematics industry have the opportunity to nominate themselves,” said Telematics Update Managing Director, Precksha Saksena – Sood. “We will guarantee a neutral and fair judging process – which is at the core of the Awards’ longevity and credibility.”

Don’t miss this opportunity to be appreciated and applauded by the industry.

Nominations must be submitted by March 19th, 2010 and finalists will be announced on April 28th, 2010. The Telematics Update Awards 2010 will be the official launch of the Telematics Detroit conference, and will take place at our exciting new location – The Ford Rouge Factory, Dearborn, MI, USA… Nominate your company NOW!