The IBM BluemixTM Appnovator Challenge 2014 was an application development contest for student teams to create applications according to predetermined criteria using the IBM Cloud Platform BluemixTM. The contest took place from July to October 2014, with entries submitted in August and semi-finalist presentations held in October. Applications were scored based on their uniqueness, relevance to smarter cities themes, use of Bluemix services, and functionality. Prizes included cash awards and training for the top three teams.