Service Submission Requirements
When submitting to the Service Design Competition keep in mind that your submission will be evaluated on multiple dimensions, your service design is judged together with its efficiency, value creation, system design and presentation. Applicants should send high-resolution images of the service, visually explaining the service from multiple perspectives, together with a textual presentation of their work, the textual presentation should not be incorporated into images but should be submitted separately. Main image is highly important and should be a key visual that symbolizes the service, could alternatively be a highly professional photograph. In addition to images, case-studies or business plans could be provided as support documents.
Item | Dimensions | Format | Notes |
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Main Image Required |
JPEG | The Key Visual should encapsulate the service's value proposition and core functionality in a single, impactful image. A high-resolution rendering or photograph that communicates the service's essence, possibly through an engaging user interface or a snapshot of the service in action, will be effective. The background must be unobtrusive, ensuring the focal point remains the service's innovation. | |
Optional Image 1 Required |
72 DPI |
JPEG | Showcase Image 1 should offer a closer look into a unique feature or the user journey, providing clarity on how the service stands out. An infographic or diagram detailing the workflow, user interaction points, or service structure can illustrate the thoughtful design process and user-centric approach. |
Optional Image 2 Recommended |
72 DPI |
JPEG | Showcase Image 2 ought to place the service in a contextual environment, showing its application and integration into daily life. A visual narrative that demonstrates the service in use, capturing the interaction between users and the service platform, can vividly convey its real-world impact and usability. |
Optional Image 3 Recommended |
72 DPI |
JPEG | Showcase Image 3 must highlight the service's benefits, showcasing its effectiveness and efficiency. Comparative visuals that depict the service's advantages over traditional methods or competitors can emphasize its value and innovation, persuading viewers of its superiority. |
Optional Image 4 Recommended |
72 DPI |
JPEG | Showcase Image 4 should focus on the human aspect, featuring the service facilitating user interactions or experiences. Images that capture the service's role in fostering connections, enhancing experiences, or simplifying tasks can resonate with the audience by showcasing tangible benefits. |
Documentation PDF Document Required |
A4 Page Size |
Documentation shall be a detailed account of the service's development, design rationale, and strategic implementation. It should include insights into market research, user demographics, and the problem-solving approach adopted. This document will serve as an in-depth guide to the service's purpose and the thinking behind its creation. | |
Video Video / Audio File Highly Optional |
AVI | The video should be a narrative or demonstration that articulates the service's functionality and user benefits. Through dynamic visuals and storytelling, the video can offer a comprehensive view of the service's features, its ease of use, and the positive change it brings to its users. |