2017CDC Technology Challenge Application
*You must submit an application online. Word version provided to assist with online application.
1. Project champion's name and contact information
Name, email, phone number. This is who we'll contact if we have questions. You'll find out NLTOctober 6if your project is selected as a finalist.
2. CIO you're representing
Go you! If your project is selected as a finalist, it doesn't mean that you're the one who has to pitch. You can select someone from your team, or invite your entire team to join you onstage at the competition.
3. Title of your project or idea
Have fun with it. Be colorful.
4. What problem are you trying to solve and why does it matter? (500 words max.)
Describe the challenge you want to address (for whom, what, where). Don't describe the solution. What would happen if your problem were solved? Consider implications for efficiency/effectiveness, cost/time savings, and if it meets the needs of vulnerable populations or large numbers of people.
5. Who is the primary group of a people you are trying to solve a problem for (users)? How do you know this is a problem for them (interviews, surveys, informal feedback)?
Consider speaking with users–this strengthens your application. There may be many groups of people (stakeholders), but focus on the primary group – if they don’t adopt the solution, the entire project fails.
6. What work (if any) is already underway by you/your team? (250 words max.)
Type "none," if applicable. Otherwise, please describe the project's current status. Is it in the planning, development, testing, or implementation phase? Who is working on the project?
7. What challenges might you encounter with this project? What are the potential risks? (250 words max.)
8.If selected, can you begin working with IIU NLT November 7? (Y/N)
If no, please explain. Our goal is to complete the winning project by August 1, 2018. Please review "If I apply, what is expected of me?” on the CDC Technology Challenge website.
9. Do you have leadership support (Division Director or equivalent approval)? (Y/N)
Leadership buy-in is important. If your project is selected, we want to make sure that we can move forward. If your leadership has questions, refer them to the CDC Technology Challenge website. They can also contact us .
10. Leadership POC (Division Director or equivalent)
Name, email, phone number
11. If you have a technology solution in mind (not required), what is it?(optional)
Keep in mind that applications will be selected based on the problem, not the solution. That’s what we’re here to help with! Solutions often morph from the original idea, based on users’ needs. If you select other, please explain in the “More Info” field below (question 12).
DROPDOWN: web app or website, mobile app, database, hardware, other
12. More info(optional)
Provide additional information if you answered “No” to question 8 or selected “Other” for question 11.