Judge's overview
FAQ

When and where will the judging take place?

The judging period will last approximately two weeks, and is expected to occur late August to early September. The entire process can be completed online.

How does the judging process work?

  • All applicants submit entries through the awards portal.
  • Each award category uses weighted criteria that prioritise key factors, such as quantifiable results.
  • After the application period closes, (Re)in Asia will standardise and organise submissions before assigning them to the judges.
  • Each category comprises between 4 and 7 weighted criteria; Judges will score each criterion on a 5-point scale.
  • The highest total weighted score determines the judge’s ‘vote’ for each category.
  • If, after scoring a category, two or more applicants have the same total weighted score, the judge should reevaluate the tied applications and nominate a single winner for whom they would like to cast their vote and provide comments on the deciding factor(s).
  • (Re)in Asia will tally votes for each category, with each judge’s vote given equal weight. The winner is determined based on the highest number of votes.


What happens in the event of a tied vote?

In the event that a winner receives the same number of judges’ votes:

  • The winner will be decided based on the total weighted score accumulated across all judges.
  • If a tie persists, a judge who did not participate in the voting for that category will be asked to assess the tied applications and determine the deciding vote.
  • In the unlikely event a winner still cannot be determined, (Re)in Asia will review the tied applications and select a final winner.

 

What else is expected of me?

We do not require you to perform any duties beyond the judging of the categories. 

The main thing we ask is that you uphold the standards of integrity and evaluate all entries fairly, independently, and without external influence.

In the event you see a potential conflict of interest in any category you judge, simply inform (Re)in Asia and we can reassign you another category.

Is there an awards ceremony?

We do not have plans for an awards ceremony during our inaugural year, though this is something we may consider for future awards.

When will winners be announced?

It is estimated that winners will announced around mid-September 2025.

Grading criteria

Each award category uses tailored and weighted criteria. Applications are evaluated and graded by our independent panel of judges on a 5-point scale. 

The scale considers relevance, clarity, and the demonstration of excellence within the criterion and is defined as follows:

 

5

Outstanding: Fully answers the question, is clear, and demonstrates excellence and best-in-class achievement for the criterion.

4

Strong: Clearly answers the question and shows above-average achievement, though may lack the exceptional distinction of a 5.

3

Satisfactory: Addresses the question and is relevant to the award, but may be missing depth, specific examples, or clear evidence of strong achievement.

2

Limited: Provides a basic or partial response with some relevant information, but would benefit from more detail, examples, or clearer alignment with the award criteria.

1

Insufficient: Offers limited information or clarity and does not demonstrate alignment with the award criteria or evidence of achievement.