Eligibility for This Category

Your company is registered in NZ and meets at least two of the following criteria:

• Founded in NZ
• Global headquarters are in NZ
• At least 20% of your employees reside in NZ
• The product originated in NZ or was substantially developed in NZ

In Entering This Category

• You have developed a hardware product that is genuinely innovative and can demonstrate how it’s positioned for future success.
• Your technology solution must be clearly differentiated from that of your competition.
• Your product may include software but the real competitive advantage has to come from its hardware design.
• You can provide evidence of at least one commercial sale (this excludes grants and investment) for the calendar year ending 31 December 2024.
• Upon request, you can supply the judges with evidence to support any claims made in this entry and be able to prove that:
  • The product was designed in NZ
  • Your company owns or has rights to use the IP

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to email info@hitech.org.nz or call +64 21 223 8506.