OutSystems has announced the winners of its 2026 Innovation Awards. The awards recognise organisations using Agentic AI in sectors including retail, manufacturing, energy, finance, logistics, and public services.
The winners were recognised at the OutSystems ONE Conference in Amsterdam. The annual event brought together IT professionals, business leaders, developers, and partners to discuss topics including agentic AI, governance, and system security.
DHL Supply Chain: Agentic Pioneer
DHL Supply Chain used OutSystems to develop core applications, including project approval and contract management systems. The company also developed a log analysis agent, which is expected to save more than 1,600 hours annually.
Grihum Housing Finance: Green Growth
Grihum Housing Finance worked with TheDigifac to develop a digital mortgage platform in India. The organisation implemented a paperless process and integrated AI agents to support credit assessment.
Honda: Enterprise Evolution
As part of a broader digital transformation programme, Honda worked with DENTSU SOKEN to deploy 37 applications aimed at improving operational efficiency and supporting future AI initiatives.
Iris Group: Agentic Value Award
Working with CoolProfs, Iris Group used OutSystems to improve staff replacement processes. The initiative reduced administrative workload and improved response times.
Kevin Hearn (Axos Bank): Agent of Change
Kevin Hearn led changes to Axos Bank’s development practices, with a focus on productivity improvements, cost reduction, AI integration, and the modernisation of legacy systems.
Normal: Agentic Human Touch
Normal consolidated retail operations through a centralised application used by employees across its business. The company also introduced agentic AI capabilities to support processes such as invoice handling.
Ministry of Energy, Saudi Arabia: Public Service
The Ministry of Energy's "Taqati" platform provides digital services intended to support a more integrated digital ecosystem across the country.
The Netherlands Red Cross: Social Impact
The Netherlands Red Cross developed the "Tools2Go" application to support volunteer management and crisis response activities. The platform matches volunteers with tasks and reduces administrative effort.
United Rentals: Future Proof Award
United Rentals implemented a tool management solution that incorporates AI and IoT technologies. The system is designed to streamline operations and support customer service and business growth.
