Top tips to increase your chances of success in the Card and Payments Awards, based on insights from judges:

1. Keep it concise and clear: "Less is more. Keep your entry focused and easy to understand."
2. Don't overcomplicate: "Simplicity is key. Avoid jargon and technical terms."
3. Quantify your impact: "Measure what matters. Use both qualitative and quantitative data to tell your story."
4. Use visuals: "A picture is worth a thousand words, and a chart is worth a million."
5. Support your claims: "Don't just say it, prove it."
6. Highlight innovation: "Think outside the box, and show us your unique perspective."
7. Avoid generalizations: "Be specific, be convincing."
8. Highlight key achievements: "Celebrate your successes."
9. Differentiate your product: "What sets your solution apart from the rest? How does your product fit your clients' needs? A better life, a better bottom line. How does your product improve their lives?"
10. Advance the industry: "How does your solution shape the future of payments?"