All-in-One, Powerful Application Management Software
Streamline all of your association’s, foundation’s, or higher education institution’s application and review processes with OpenWater, the only user-friendly, end-to-end application management platform on the market.Trusted by 750+ Organizations
What Our Application
Management Software Users Say
"Our team deals with over 80 different programs that are reviewed by 80 different committees who each have 3-12 volunteers. OpenWater makes it easy for us to collect the information that needs to be reviewed and enforce unique and diverse applicant requirements. This year, OpenWater has allowed our team to process over 1,200 applications reviewed by around 320+ volunteers."
"We use OpenWater not only for our awards programs, but also for grants, fellowships and generally anything that requires an application or judging process. All of this in one central system that integrates nicely with our association management system."
"ASHA uses the OpenWater platform for awards programs, grant and scholarship applications, mentoring enrollment, course registration, volunteer applications and leadership programs. The flexibility of the OpenWater platform functionality is crucial to efficiently and successfully manage these various types of programs, each with unique requirements."
"OpenWater is a company that treats you with a personal touch and we find that of great value. We have enjoyed the relationship we have built with them and have come to rely on them for the support that we need to continue to grow our program."

"The Awards and Prizes team at the Institution of Engineering and Technology operates several awards, prizes and scholarship schemes, all with different entry and reporting requirements. The flexibility and functionality of the platform has led to many improvements and efficiencies in how IET awards are run. The support from the OpenWater team has been excellent."
“Applications are very intuitive and easy to build (even with layers of complexity and if/then processes, and judging options are very customizable, reporting options are extensive and detailed. I did not have any experience building an application and do not come from a technical background, but I was able to build our application without issues due to the ease of using the program and the prompt and helpful assistance of customer support.”
Key Features of OpenWater’s Application & Review Software
OpenWater’s platform is uniquely designed to handle every aspect of every application-based process your organization might leverage (more on this later!). Here is an overview of the tools you can use to streamline all of these activities.

Develop an eye-catching website that’s branded to your organization and showcases your opportunities to prospective applicants directly in OpenWater—with no coding required!

Customize your submission forms to capture all essential information and accept attachments of any size in multiple file formats, all within an interface that’s simple to navigate.

Upload standardized review rubrics to collect data in one place, then assign each submission to multiple judges so they can complete their evaluations with just a few clicks.

Once your team approves abstracts, organize them by topic or presentation style within OpenWater to establish the flow of your conference sessions.

Display the conference sessions you’ve built on an easy-to-navigate, branded calendar so attendees can browse their options and plan their event days in advance.

Give attendees control over their conference experience and make the process convenient by meeting them where they likely already are—on their smartphones.

Keep your community in the loop about calls for proposals, submission deadlines, decisions, conference plans, and other important updates with our customizable email templates.

Collect and review data on your abstract management efforts to fine-tune the process for both administrators and applicants.

Connect OpenWater with more than 60 popular management systems, directories, payment gateways, and databases (including iMIS, Salesforce, and Higher Logic) to ensure seamless information transfer.
The OpenWater Application Management Difference
Traditional Application Management
OpenWater Abstract Software
Need for Multiple Systems
Most online application solutions begin and end with entry collection. Then, you have to handle tracking, judging, and logistics using disparate platforms, via email, or in spreadsheets.
Unified, Robust Platform
With OpenWater, your organization can complete all application-related tasks with one tool, saving team members and applicants time, money, and stress.
Disconnected Look & Feel
Many application platforms take entrants to a seemingly unconnected site to upload submission materials. This switch confuses users and leads to higher form abandonment rates.
Consistent Branding
You can customize your OpenWater application portal with your organization’s logo, fonts, colors, and other brand elements. Applicants will know they’re in a place they can trust and be more likely to complete their submissions.
Too Many Moving Parts
Without real-time reporting and analytics, it’s almost impossible to effectively address applicants’ or reviewers’ needs and make data-driven decisions to improve your programs.
Easily Accessible Information
OpenWater’s advanced analytics capabilities eliminate confusion on the status of action items, simplify internal and external communication, and provide actionable insights for your programs’ future.
