
Award categories
Customers are eligible to apply for multiple categories within the same year.

Safest Operator
Protecting frontline workers and employees, safeguarding communities, and preventing incidents

Excellence in Systems Efficiency
Transforming systems to improve operational efficiency, utilization, and productivity of fleet and equipment

Innovation in Sustainable Operations
Driving reductions in fuel waste, carbon emissions, energy usage, and food waste

Digital Transformation of the Year
Turning outdated, manual processes into cutting-edge technologies for revolutionized operations

Most Innovative Workforce
Modernizing the user experience to improve workforce performance and solve critical challenges

Excellence in Physical Security
Driving positive impact within communities while safeguarding assets and protecting teams

Excellence in Performance — Government
Leveraging technology to provide top-notch services to states, cities, and local communities

Excellence in Performance — Education
Demonstrating technology gains to improve service delivery for students and their communities

Technology Leader of the Year
Recognizing an individual who has embraced technology to transform their operations

Driver of the Year
Recognizing an individual with an exemplary safety record and commitment to improvement
How to apply
The 2027 Samsara Connected Operations Awards are open to all current customers. Customers can and are encouraged to apply for multiple award categories. There is no cost to participate.
Entry period opens: October 26, 2026
Entry period closes: February 26, 2027
Finalist selection: March 2027
Finalist interviews: March-May 2027
Winners announced: June 2027
For more information on the Samsara Connected Operations Awards, please download our entry kit.
See last year's winners

Why apply?
The Connected Operations Award winners will receive a number of benefits, including:
Public recognition and marketing opportunities that may include press, video, a case study, and more
Exclusive invites to VIP customer events to shape product direction and learn best practices from peers
Attend Samsara’s customer conference, Beyond: Celebrate your achievements during a live awards ceremony in front of peers, industry leaders, and the Samsara community

