AMI Salon Judging Portal

The Challenge

The Association of Medical Illustrators (AMI) hosts an annual conference featuring the Salon, a prestigious showcase of members' work. When the COVID-19 pandemic prevented physical gatherings, AMI faced a critical question: How can artwork be judged remotely while maintaining the integrity and tradition of their annual competition?

The Solution

Biochromatic designed and developed a comprehensive web application that revolutionized the judging process. The platform dynamically integrates with Dropbox's API to automatically populate submissions, eliminating manual data entry and ensuring real-time updates.

The system features three distinct user privilege levels, each with tailored interfaces and functionality:

• Judges: Access assigned categories with curated entries, intuitive scoring interface, and progress tracking
• Administrators: Oversee all categories, monitor judging progress, and access comprehensive analytics
• Participants: Submit entries, view status, and receive notifications

Key Features

• Automatic synchronization with Dropbox for seamless file management
• Dynamic category assignment and distribution system
• Real-time scoring and automated results tallying
• Secure authentication and role-based access control
• Responsive design for desktop and tablet judging
• Comprehensive admin dashboard with analytics
• Automated email notifications for judges and participants

Technologies Used

Impact

The portal enabled AMI to successfully conduct their annual Salon virtually, maintaining the tradition and prestige of the competition during unprecedented times. The automated system reduced administrative overhead by 75% while improving judging accuracy and efficiency.

The platform handled hundreds of entries across multiple categories, with judges from around the world participating seamlessly. The success of this virtual Salon has influenced AMI's approach to future events, demonstrating how technology can enhance traditional processes.