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Below you will find multiple tools to inform and remind you of the deadlines as well as the information needed to complete them. 

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Quick Links

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1. DTW-Ignite 2025 Catalyst Calendar

2. Important Dates & Deadlines

Subscribe to the DTW-Ignite 2025 Catalyst Calendar below to get live updates to your personal calendar

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See the Deliverables & Task List for full details

Now - 28 February 2025 - Submit Speaker details for 2-minute Catalyst project promotional trailer video

17 January 2025 - Reserve your time slot for the Cocktails & Catalyst Pitches session at Accelerate Portugal 2025

22 January 2025 - WEBINAR -Open Session #14 - Catalysts Uncovered: Collectively driving industry change (EMEA & AMERICAS) - Register here

22 January 2025 - WEBINAR - Open Session #14 - Catalysts Uncovered: Collectively driving industry change (APAC) - Register here

10 - 13 February 2025Catalyst Activities at Accelerate 2025.pdf

5 February 2025 - WEBINAR - Ask us Anything: DTW Ignite 2025 Catalyst Logistics Webinar - Part 1 -Register here 

28 February 2025 - PENDING ACTIVATION status deadline -  A minimum of 2 Champions & 3 paying Participants committed and onboarded to the project team

3 March 2025 - Catalyst Award categories announced

14 March 2025 - Deadline for "Race to Active" Eligibility - the first 10 teams to reach ACTIVE status by 14th March will unlock additional benefits for the project - T&Cs apply.

14 March 2025 - Final day for Catalyst trailer video to be recorded 

31 March 2025 - Catalyst Award submissions OPEN
Please note Inform articles will now be written from the content in your Awards submission, you no longer need to fill out a separate form

4 April 2025 - ACTIVE status deadline - A minimum of 2 Champions & 3 paying Participants have signed and returned their contracts

4 April 2025 - Last day to confirm a new organization to join a Catalyst team 

21 April 2024 - Deadline for submitting a high-resolution corporate logo for event onsite Catalyst signage [email protected]

25 April 2025 - Deadline for ALL SOWs/Contracts to be signed by Catalyst team members

TBD 2025 - Deadline to submit Infographic details 

30 April 2025 - Deadline to become Catalyst Interactive Screens Partner - contact your Engagement Manager for details

16 May 2025 -  Deadline to submitCatalyst Award submissions

3 June 2025 Deadline to submit speakers for onsite Catalyst presentation

11 June 2025- Deadline to submit Catalyst onsite presentations slide deck to [email protected]

16 June 2025 - Catalyst Start / move-in date

17-19 June 2025 - DTW-Ignite 2025, Copenhagen


3. Deliverables & Task List

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Full Details 

  •  Notify [email protected] and your CSM when a new organization joins your Catalyst team so they are properly onboard
Project team leadership
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Confirmation of participation in a project is at the Organization level. All organizations with individuals participating in or contributing to a project must sign a contract.

Timely notification to  [email protected] and your CSM is key to make sure new members are properly onboard and eligible to access to all relevant Catalyst team members resources.

All project team members 
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Follow the Catalyst project team member portal DTW - Ignite 2025 Catalyst Cycle homepage to get notified when there are any updates to this space with deadlines, to follow the page go to the page here

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All project team members 
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  • Catalyst project teams are responsible to add new team members to the Team members section on their Catalyst project webpage
  • Everyone working on the project must be added as a team member to be recognized as a member of the project team and get access to various resources and platforms. 
  • This list feeds into several critical functions including:
    • Company logos & team member appearing on the website
    • Team email address distribution lists
    • Access to follower and onsite lead data
    • Inclusion in Catalyst operations communications
  •  Add company logo and privacy policy to your project page
Each organization in project
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  • Members are responsible for adding/updating their company logo to the project webpage
  • Member will only be able to add the logo for their company
  • Accepted files are .jpg, .gif, .png
  • When a Company logo is added/updated on one Catalyst project webpage, it will automatically be updated to all other Catalyst projects that company is a member of

TIP: Crop / remove any "padding" around your logo image before uploading it for it to appear larger on the Project webpage

Please see the Catalyst help desk for further information surrounding the project page and how-to-guides

*Must be registered for Accelerate to confirm your spot; limited availability, first come, first served

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DTW Ignite 2025 Master Checklist
DTW Ignite 2025 Master Checklist

AnchorAccelerateAccelerateAccomplishing weeks' worth of work in just a few days

TM Forum’s Accelerate provides Catalyst teams an exclusive, in-person opportunity for current and potential project members to grow their teams, fast-track progress, and build momentum towards viability to showcase at DTW-Ignite 2025!  Catalyst Activities at Accelerate 2025.pdf

Tuesday evening we will be hosting a Cocktails and Catalyst Pitches where a representative from your team can give a 2-minute pitch to fellow attendees. You MUST reserve your spot by Friday 17 January. Reserve your spot here 

*Must be registered for Accelerate to confirm your spot; limited availability, first come, first served

  •  Set-up regular check-ins with your Catalyst Success Manager (CSM)
Project team leadership
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Each Catalyst team has been assigned a dedicated TM Forum Catalyst Success Manager (CSM) to support and assist as needed and help answer any questions you may have regarding the Catalyst program.  They will be checking in on a regular basis to make sure you are getting all the information. 

Collective project team 
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There are several leadership positions that we require all project teams to identify.  Your team should decide who is best suited to fulfill these roles then update your team member profile in the Catalyst Team Tab in your Catalyst Space. A team member should only take on a single lead role so to not have one person responsible for multiple leadership roles. Details of team roles can be found here 

Project team leadership representative
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TM Forum will provide a unique ZOOM account for Catalyst teams to use to help members work on the project, set up calls, and conduct meetings/demos etc. These are private and teams will be able to control who is allowed access to these calls. 

Fill out this form, and a ZOOM email and password will then be provided for team to use to set up calls for the duration of the Catalyst cycle.  This can then be shared with other team members.  

Remember to add new team members to any meeting invites or email your team uses for internal communications. 

  •  Request Catalyst team private co-working space in Confluence *optional
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TM Forum can provide a private online co-working space in Confluence for Catalyst teams to use to help as you work on your project.  Use of this space is restricted and only contracted members of your team will be granted access permission.

Please fill out this formand we will provide a direct link to your space once it is built. This link should be shared with all project team members Here are a few tips on how to get startedwith your Confluence co-working space
  •  Request Catalyst team CurateFx Tool *optional

Project team leadership representative

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Get access to the tool in order to capture the Catalyst story and model. Access will initially be given to project leads, ensure you check your log-in. 

  • CurateFx is a SaaS tool available to all Catalyst teams that have been used by 80+ catalyst projects across a range of digital transformation and digital ecosystem projects. Through its unique structured collaboration platform it enables teams to work more effectively, consistently and efficiently throughout the lifecycle of the catalyst project. 
  • Please contact Kevin McCaffrey at [email protected] and provide 3 key contacts who will manage CurateFx Input

Project team leadership representative

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A 2-minute trailer ‘elevator pitch’ video will be produced for your Catalyst team designed to promote your project to our members and followers.  This is not a presentation of results, but a way to build interest by highlighting the Catalyst project’s goals and benefits.

Recordings will start end of January

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  •  Commit and onboard a minimum of 2 Champions & 3 paying Participants to reach PENDING ACTIVATION Status by 28 February 2025
Collective project team 
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titleClick for full details...

A major milestone for our Catalyst teams is when they have commitment confirmed from a minimum of 3 paying Participants and 2 Champions and advance to 'Pending Activation' status. 

Project is considered viable and members get access to additional marketing benefits and operational support resources

Consistent input, validation & participation from a highly involved Champion throughout the duration of the project cycle is key to success. Champions are critical partners and fundamental for industry acceptance and endorsement.

  •  Have a minimum of 2 Champions & 3 paying Participants contracts signed to reach ACTIVE status by 4 April 2025
Collective project team 
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titleClick for full details...

Reaching ‘Active’ status means your project has met all the requirements to fully participate in that Catalyst cycle.

A minimum of 3 paying Participants and 2 Champion contracts have been signed and returned.

Invoices are issued (when applicable).

A spot to demonstrated live at the corresponding event is confirmed, project team is eligible to submit for awards, and all relevant marketing and operational support benefits are made available. 

All project team members 
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titleClick for full details...
  • Catalyst project teams are responsible to add new team members to the Team members section on their Catalyst project webpage
  • Everyone working on the project must be added as a team member to be recognized as a member of the project team and get access to various resources and platforms. 
  • This list feeds into several critical functions including:
    • Company logos & team member appearing on the website
    • Team email address distribution lists
    • Access to follower and onsite lead data
    • Inclusion in Catalyst operations communications
  •  Upload collateral for public viewing to your project webpage Resources section
All project team members 
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titleClick for full details...
  • Teams must upload any collateral they wish to share with the public including Award Judges
    • This includes Videos/Video links, PPT, Whitepapers
  • Your project webpage Resource section will act as the virtual “show bag” for your project
  • Each Company in project can add ONE promotional item to this space (video, flyer, brochure, etc)
  •  Request to add/remove team members from your private online co-working space in Confluence
 All project team members 
Expand
titleClick for full details...

Please fill out this form to have team members added/removed from accessing your private online co-working space in Confluence

Use of this space is restricted; only contracted members of your team will be granted access permission.

  •  Attend/View Marketing & Catalyst program webinars 
All project team members 
Expand
titleClick for full details...

Throughout the cycle there will be regular webinars containing information about the cycle and deliverables. Please attend or watch these webinars on-demand to keep updated.

  •  Attend regular Catalyst project team meetings 
All project team members 
Expand
titleClick for full details...

Teams should be holding regular calls through the cycle with active participation from both Participant and Champion representatives.

Project leads to commence meetings and have should document with meeting notes in Confluence private co-working space

See "Getting started" section to request a dedicated Catalyst project team ZOOM account.

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  •  Sign and return your Catalyst SOW or Contract by 25 April 2025
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Confirmation of participation in a project is at the organizational level.  All organizations with individuals participating in or contributing to a project must sign a contract.

TM Forum uses Catalyst Master Service Agreements (MSA) and Statement of Work (SOWs) for the Catalyst Contracts process, streamlining the legal process for our members to join Catalyst projects.

Statement of Work (SOWs)

  • SOWs are only be issued when the Member has a signed Catalyst MSA
  • SOWs are required for **each** Catalyst project the Member joins
  • SOWs contain specific event and Catalyst project details including any applicable fees
  • SOWs are initiated upon receipt of written confirmation/approval of the Member joining the project team

Standard Catalyst Contract

  • Standard Project Contracts are used when MSA/SOWs are inapplicable_
  • Contracts are required for **each** Project the Member joins
  • Project Contracts contain specific event and project details including any applicable fees
  • Contracts are initiated upon receipt of written confirmation/approval of the Member joining the project team

Invoices
Invoices are sent when the Catalyst Project Status is ACTIVE and SOW or standard Catalyst Contract is signed

  •  Complete your Catalyst Awards Submission by 16 May 2025
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  • Each Catalyst team has a common Username and Password to access the Awards portal and to submit their Awards Submission Forms
  • Login credentials were shared with team representatives
  • The list of Judges' allocations will be shared on XXX, kindly ensure your Catalyst spaces have been updated with resources.
  •  Submit high resolution corporate logo for event onsite Catalyst signage by 20 April 2025
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  • Logo files should be supplied in a high-res format preferably VECTOR files.   Vector files are scalable and do not lose integrity if scaled.   They are normally files ending in .ai (preferred) or .eps
  • Files ending in .svg, or .pdf will need to be checked by the designer before confirming if they are of acceptable quality. 
  • NOT ACCEPTED: Logo files end with .png, .jpg or .jpeg.  These files are compressed and are not good enough quality to be enlarged and printed.  This is why we cannot use the logo from your Catalyst project webpage.
  • Submit your logo to [email protected]  and include Company name and project URN in email.
  • Logos may be withheld from signage until the Catalyst SOW is signed.
  •  Register for the event
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All Catalyst project team members must register themselves if they are attending the event

  • Each Company receives two ALL ACCESS+ passes per Catalyst project
  • Once the SOW contract is signed a unique registration link for the two passes is emailed to the signee
  • Clients, colleagues, and teammates can receive a 25% discount off an All Access passby using the promo provided with your signed contract
  • + pass also allows the recipient early entrance to the show floor on Monday, each day for set-up, and for dismantle. 
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     All Catalyst project teams will give an 8-minute presentation at the event.

    • Catalyst presentation sessions will be listed in the agenda on the event website and in the app 
    • Onsite Catalyst presentations are separate from the Judge's demonstrations teams do at their kiosk and is not one of the aspects judges consider for the Catalyst Awards.
    • Form to submit Arena presentation speaker(s) details

      • Please identify up to three speakers and provide their details (name, company, email address, and mobile number) by 3 June 2025
      • Speakers will still need to register themselves using a Catalyst pass
      • We can only accommodate three speakers on the stage, additional team members can be in the audience to say a few words and answer questions
      • We highly recommend having a representative from a Champion as one of your speakers.
      • Be sure to invite audience members back to your kiosk for more information and/or a full demo
      • These sessions WILL NOT be recorded
    •  Submit your slides for your onsite Catalyst presentations by 11 June 2025
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    • All teams must use the Onsite Presentation Outline decks for their session
    • Submit your slides to [email protected] by 11 June 2025
    • Don't forget to upload your slide deck to your project webpage 'Resources' for attendees to view 
    • The outline decks are organized into 4 topic sections for teams should cover
      • Each section has questions for team to answer when applicable
      • Teams can edit slides and add videos / animation but still must cover topics in outline
      • Please embed videos in the slide deck itself and let us know which slide it in on so AV technicians can test before your session
      • Teams can add up to a maximum of two additional slides
    • Slides will be preloaded to the event computer by our AV team for use during our presentation
      • A remote mouse provided to advance slides
      • A comfort monitor with count down timer will be visible from the stage
      • The comfort monitor DOES NOT show presenter notes
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    titleGetting Started

    Task

    Completed by 

    Full Details 

    •  Notify [email protected] and your CSM when a new organization joins your Catalyst team so they are properly onboard
    Project team leadership
    Expand
    titleClick for full details...

    Confirmation of participation in a project is at the Organization level. All organizations with individuals participating in or contributing to a project must sign a contract.

    Timely notification to  [email protected] and your CSM is key to make sure new members are properly onboard and eligible to access to all relevant Catalyst team members resources.

    All project team members 
    Expand
    titleClick for full details...

    Follow the Catalyst project team member portal DTW - Ignite 2025 Catalyst Cycle homepage to get notified when there are any updates to this space with deadlines, to follow the page go to the page here

    Image Removed

    All project team members 
    Expand
    titleClick for full details...
    • Catalyst project teams are responsible to add new team members to the Team members section on their Catalyst project webpage
    • Everyone working on the project must be added as a team member to be recognized as a member of the project team and get access to various resources and platforms. 
    • This list feeds into several critical functions including:
      • Company logos & team member appearing on the website
      • Team email address distribution lists
      • Access to follower and onsite lead data
      • Inclusion in Catalyst operations communications
    •  Add company logo and privacy policy to your project page
    Each organization in project
    Expand
    titleClick for full details...
    • Members are responsible for adding/updating their company logo to the project webpage
    • Member will only be able to add the logo for their company
    • Accepted files are .jpg, .gif, .png
    • When a Company logo is added/updated on one Catalyst project webpage, it will automatically be updated to all other Catalyst projects that company is a member of

    TIP: Crop / remove any "padding" around your logo image before uploading it for it to appear larger on the Project webpage

    Please see the Catalyst help desk for further information surrounding the project page and how-to-guides

    *Must be registered for Accelerate to confirm your spot; limited availability, first come, first served

    Individual project members Expand
    titleClick for full details...
    AnchorAccelerateAccelerateAccomplishing weeks' worth of work in just a few days

    TM Forum’s Accelerate provides Catalyst teams an exclusive, in-person opportunity for current and potential project members to grow their teams, fast-track progress, and build momentum towards viability to showcase at DTW-Ignite 2025!  Catalyst Activities at Accelerate 2025.pdf

    Tuesday evening we will be hosting a Cocktails and Catalyst Pitches where a representative from your team can give a 2-minute pitch to fellow attendees. You MUST reserve your spot by Friday 17 January. Reserve your spot here 

    *Must be registered for Accelerate to confirm your spot; limited availability, first come, first served

    •  Set-up regular check-ins with your Catalyst Success Manager (CSM)
    Project team leadership
    Expand
    titleClick for full details...

    Each Catalyst team has been assigned a dedicated TM Forum Catalyst Success Manager (CSM) to support and assist as needed and help answer any questions you may have regarding the Catalyst program.  They will be checking in on a regular basis to make sure you are getting all the information. 

    Collective project team 
    Expand
    titleClick for full details...

    There are several leadership positions that we require all project teams to identify.  Your team should decide who is best suited to fulfill these roles then update your team member profile in the Catalyst Team Tab in your Catalyst Space. A team member should only take on a single lead role so to not have one person responsible for multiple leadership roles. Details of team roles can be found here 

    Project team leadership representative
    Expand
    titleClick for full details...

    TM Forum will provide a unique ZOOM account for Catalyst teams to use to help members work on the project, set up calls, and conduct meetings/demos etc. These are private and teams will be able to control who is allowed access to these calls. 

    Fill out this form, and a ZOOM email and password will then be provided for team to use to set up calls for the duration of the Catalyst cycle.  This can then be shared with other team members.  

    Remember to add new team members to any meeting invites or email your team uses for internal communications. 

    •  Request Catalyst team private co-working space in Confluence *optional
    Project team leadership representative Expand
    titleClick for full details...

    TM Forum can provide a private online co-working space in Confluence for Catalyst teams to use to help as you work on your project.  Use of this space is restricted and only contracted members of your team will be granted access permission.

    Please fill out this formand we will provide a direct link to your space once it is built. This link should be shared with all project team members Here are a few tips on how to get startedwith your Confluence co-working space
    •  Request Catalyst team CurateFx Tool *optional

    Project team leadership representative

    Expand
    titleClick for full details...

    Get access to the tool in order to capture the Catalyst story and model. Access will initially be given to project leads, ensure you check your log-in. 

    • CurateFx is a SaaS tool available to all Catalyst teams that have been used by 80+ catalyst projects across a range of digital transformation and digital ecosystem projects. Through its unique structured collaboration platform it enables teams to work more effectively, consistently and efficiently throughout the lifecycle of the catalyst project. 
    • Please contact Kevin McCaffrey at [email protected] and provide 3 key contacts who will manage CurateFx Input

    Project team leadership representative

    Expand
    titleClick for full details...

    A 2-minute trailer ‘elevator pitch’ video will be produced for your Catalyst team designed to promote your project to our members and followers.  This is not a presentation of results, but a way to build interest by highlighting the Catalyst project’s goals and benefits.

    Recordings will start end of January

    Aura - Tab
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    titlePlanning & Execution

    Task

    Completed by 

    Full Details

    •  Commit and onboard a minimum of 2 Champions & 3 paying Participants to reach PENDING ACTIVATION Status by 28 February 2025
    Collective project team 
    Expand
    titleClick for full details...

    A major milestone for our Catalyst teams is when they have commitment confirmed from a minimum of 3 paying Participants and 2 Champions and advance to 'Pending Activation' status. 

    Project is considered viable and members get access to additional marketing benefits and operational support resources

    Consistent input, validation & participation from a highly involved Champion throughout the duration of the project cycle is key to success. Champions are critical partners and fundamental for industry acceptance and endorsement.

    •  Have a minimum of 2 Champions & 3 paying Participants contracts signed to reach ACTIVE status by 4 April 2025
    Collective project team 
    Expand
    titleClick for full details...

    Reaching ‘Active’ status means your project has met all the requirements to fully participate in that Catalyst cycle.

    A minimum of 3 paying Participants and 2 Champion contracts have been signed and returned.

    Invoices are issued (when applicable).

    A spot to demonstrated live at the corresponding event is confirmed, project team is eligible to submit for awards, and all relevant marketing and operational support benefits are made available. 

    All project team members 
    Expand
    titleClick for full details...
    • Catalyst project teams are responsible to add new team members to the Team members section on their Catalyst project webpage
    • Everyone working on the project must be added as a team member to be recognized as a member of the project team and get access to various resources and platforms. 
    • This list feeds into several critical functions including:
      • Company logos & team member appearing on the website
      • Team email address distribution lists
      • Access to follower and onsite lead data
      • Inclusion in Catalyst operations communications
    •  Upload collateral for public viewing to your project webpage Resources section
    All project team members 
    Expand
    titleClick for full details...
    • Teams must upload any collateral they wish to share with the public including Award Judges
      • This includes Videos/Video links, PPT, Whitepapers
    • Your project webpage Resource section will act as the virtual “show bag” for your project
    • Each Company in project can add ONE promotional item to this space (video, flyer, brochure, etc)
    •  Request to add/remove team members from your private online co-working space in Confluence
     All project team members 
    Expand
    titleClick for full details...

    Please fill out this form to have team members added/removed from accessing your private online co-working space in Confluence

    Use of this space is restricted; only contracted members of your team will be granted access permission.

    •  Attend/View Marketing & Catalyst program webinars 
    All project team members 
    Expand
    titleClick for full details...

    Throughout the cycle there will be regular webinars containing information about the cycle and deliverables. Please attend or watch these webinars on-demand to keep updated.

    •  Attend regular Catalyst project team meetings 
    All project team members 
    Expand
    titleClick for full details...

    Teams should be holding regular calls through the cycle with active participation from both Participant and Champion representatives.

    Project leads to commence meetings and have should document with meeting notes in Confluence private co-working space

    See "Getting started" section to request a dedicated Catalyst project team ZOOM account.

    Aura - Tab
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    titlePreparing to Showcase

    Task

    Who completes

    Full details

    •  Sign and return your Catalyst SOW or Contract by 25 April 2025
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    Confirmation of participation in a project is at the organizational level.  All organizations with individuals participating in or contributing to a project must sign a contract.

    TM Forum uses Catalyst Master Service Agreements (MSA) and Statement of Work (SOWs) for the Catalyst Contracts process, streamlining the legal process for our members to join Catalyst projects.

    Statement of Work (SOWs)

    • SOWs are only be issued when the Member has a signed Catalyst MSA
    • SOWs are required for **each** Catalyst project the Member joins
    • SOWs contain specific event and Catalyst project details including any applicable fees
    • SOWs are initiated upon receipt of written confirmation/approval of the Member joining the project team

    Standard Catalyst Contract

    • Standard Project Contracts are used when MSA/SOWs are inapplicable_
    • Contracts are required for **each** Project the Member joins
    • Project Contracts contain specific event and project details including any applicable fees
    • Contracts are initiated upon receipt of written confirmation/approval of the Member joining the project team

    Invoices
    Invoices are sent when the Catalyst Project Status is ACTIVE and SOW or standard Catalyst Contract is signed

    •  Complete your Catalyst Awards Submission by 16 May 2025
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    • Each Catalyst team has a common Username and Password to access the Awards portal and to submit their Awards Submission Forms
    • Login credentials were shared with team representatives
    • The list of Judges' allocations will be shared on XXX, kindly ensure your Catalyst spaces have been updated with resources.
    •  Submit high resolution corporate logo for event onsite Catalyst signage by 20 April 2025
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    • Logo files should be supplied in a high-res format preferably VECTOR files.   Vector files are scalable and do not lose integrity if scaled.   They are normally files ending in .ai (preferred) or .eps
    • Files ending in .svg, or .pdf will need to be checked by the designer before confirming if they are of acceptable quality. 
    • NOT ACCEPTED: Logo files end with .png, .jpg or .jpeg.  These files are compressed and are not good enough quality to be enlarged and printed.  This is why we cannot use the logo from your Catalyst project webpage.
    • Submit your logo to [email protected]  and include Company name and project URN in email.
    • Logos may be withheld from signage until the Catalyst SOW is signed.
    •  Register for the event
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    All Catalyst project team members must register themselves if they are attending the event

  • Each Company receives two ALL ACCESS+ passes per Catalyst project
  • Once the SOW contract is signed a unique registration link for the two passes is emailed to the signee
  • Clients, colleagues, and teammates can receive a 25% discount off an All Access passby using the promo provided with your signed contract
  • + pass also allows the recipient early entrance to the show floor on Monday, each day for set-up, and for dismantle. 
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     All Catalyst project teams will give an 8-minute presentation at the event.

    • Catalyst presentation sessions will be listed in the agenda on the event website and in the app 
    • Onsite Catalyst presentations are separate from the Judge's demonstrations teams do at their kiosk and is not one of the aspects judges consider for the Catalyst Awards.
    • Form to submit Arena presentation speaker(s) details

      • Please identify up to three speakers and provide their details (name, company, email address, and mobile number) by 3 June 2025
      • Speakers will still need to register themselves using a Catalyst pass
      • We can only accommodate three speakers on the stage, additional team members can be in the audience to say a few words and answer questions
      • We highly recommend having a representative from a Champion as one of your speakers.
      • Be sure to invite audience members back to your kiosk for more information and/or a full demo
      • These sessions WILL NOT be recorded
    •  Submit your slides for your onsite Catalyst presentations by 11 June 2025
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  • All teams must use the Onsite Presentation Outline decks for their session
  • Submit your slides to [email protected] by 11 June 2025
  • Don't forget to upload your slide deck to your project webpage 'Resources' for attendees to view 
  • The outline decks are organized into 4 topic sections for teams should cover
    • Each section has questions for team to answer when applicable
    • Teams can edit slides and add videos / animation but still must cover topics in outline
    • Please embed videos in the slide deck itself and let us know which slide it in on so AV technicians can test before your session
    • Teams can add up to a maximum of two additional slides
  • Slides will be preloaded to the event computer by our AV team for use during our presentation
  • A remote mouse provided to advance slides
  • A comfort monitor with count down timer will be visible from the stage
  • The comfort monitor DOES NOT show presenter notes