Any company that provides outsourcing, business services, technology services, or advisory services is eligible to apply. IAOP membership is not required, and participation is entirely voluntary. Companies must submit a new application each year to be considered.
The final lists recognize organizations across a range of sizes and specialties, including Leaders, Rising Stars, and Advisors. Evaluation criteria are designed to recognize excellence regardless of company size, so emerging firms and global organizations alike have an opportunity to be recognized.
Company size, revenue, and growth are not part of the judging criteria. These factors are used only to classify companies as Leaders, Rising Stars, or Advisors.
All applicants are evaluated using the same judging framework and scoring methodology.
The IAOP Global 100 includes three categories:
Companies are first classified into one of these categories and then evaluated across the judging criteria. Recognition is based on overall performance rather than company size.
The application process is designed to resemble a customer RFP and consists of three required sections:
Applicants may also complete optional sections for additional recognition opportunities, including Recognition for Excellence in Strategic Partnerships and IAOP Vanguards. Supporting documentation is encouraged and can strengthen submissions.
Yes. All application information is treated as confidential and is used solely for judging purposes. Information submitted through the application will not be published without permission. All judges are required to sign confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements.
The 2027 application opens on September 1, 2026, and must be completed and locked by 11:59 PM ET on November 1, 2026.
Applications that are not locked by the deadline will not be considered.
Visit www.IAOP.org/G100 and select the appropriate application link.
Current IAOP Corporate Members in good standing may access the application directly at iaop.org/Members/MemberGO100ApplicationEdit.aspx.
Non-member companies will be directed to complete payment before application access is granted. After registration, applicants can access and manage their submissions through the online application portal.
The IAOP Global 100 is an application-based recognition program. Only information submitted through the application process is considered during judging. A new application must be submitted each year.
No. Applicants may save their work and return to the application as often as needed prior to the deadline. Be sure to lock the application before the submission deadline.
Yes. All applicants must submit a new application each year.
Returning applicants should use their existing IAOP account to access prior submissions for reference. If your organization's primary contact has changed, please contact IAOP for assistance.
Payments may be made online by credit card or arranged through IAOP by phone or email. Wire transfers are also accepted; however, access to the application cannot be granted until payment has been received.
A receipt will be emailed upon payment.
Current IAOP Corporate Members in good standing (renewal paid and active) may access the application directly at iaop.org/Members/MemberGO100ApplicationEdit.aspx without submitting payment.
To access the application, users must have an individual IAOP login associated with their company's Corporate Membership account. A paid membership is not required for the individual user account — a Subscriber account is sufficient, provided it is linked to the Corporate Member account.
Non-member companies must first complete the application payment process before gaining access. Only one designated contact from non-member companies may access and complete the application. If your organization needs to change the primary contact or experiences access issues, please contact g100@iaop.org for assistance.
In addition to inclusion on the IAOP Global 100 lists, organizations may earn:
The IAOP Global 100 lists will be announced in February 2027. Organizations selected for recognition will be notified of their inclusion and classification as a Leader, Rising Star, or Advisor.
All applicants will receive a company profile that includes category scores, Stars earned, and any additional recognitions received. Recognized organizations will also receive a digital certificate and marketing toolkit.
Yes. All recognized organizations receive a communications toolkit that includes usage guidelines, branding resources, and IAOP contact information for marketing and public relations support.
Organizations frequently leverage their recognition in press releases, corporate websites, social media campaigns, sales and marketing materials, email signatures, client presentations, and recruiting and employer branding efforts.
Recognition helps demonstrate credibility and differentiation in a competitive marketplace.
IAOP promotes recognized organizations through a comprehensive marketing and communications program designed to maximize visibility throughout the year. The IAOP Global 100 lists are announced publicly in February and recognized at OWS, attended by buyers, providers, advisors, and industry leaders from around the world.
Promotion may include featured placement on IAOP.org, coverage through PULSE Central and IAOP publications, social media campaigns, global press outreach, member communications and newsletters, and event, webinar, and speaking opportunities.
The IAOP Global 100 is one of the most recognized independent assessments of service providers and advisors in the outsourcing and business services industry. Participation provides organizations with an opportunity to showcase their strengths, benchmark against peers, and gain visibility with buyers, partners, and industry stakeholders worldwide.
Benefits of participation include:
Whether your organization is an emerging company building market awareness or an established industry leader reinforcing its reputation, the IAOP Global 100 provides a platform to demonstrate excellence and differentiate in a competitive global marketplace.
The IAOP Global 100 is not a ranking based on revenue, company size, or market share.
Organizations are evaluated through a structured application process and assessed by independent judges across multiple performance categories. This approach allows both emerging companies and established global organizations to be recognized based on demonstrated excellence rather than scale alone.
The result is a more balanced and comprehensive assessment of organizational performance, innovation, customer impact, and industry leadership.ply at IAOP.org/G100
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