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Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Summit & Industry Awards (BTOES)

The Premier Cross-Industry Gathering of Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Industry Leaders & Senior-Executives.

About The Awards

Celebrating Outstanding Organizational Achievements

                     

Key Dates for the Awards

November 10, 2017: Early bird entry deadline

December 1, 2017: All Awards Entries close

January 24, 2018: Awards Shortlist & CEO of the Year Announced

March 14, 2018: Awards Ceremony & Winners Announced

About the Awards

********** AWARDS REGISTRATION EXTENSION TO FEB 10, 2024 ***********

The Awards will be held in conjunction with the Business Transformation & Operational Excellence World Summit.

The Business Transformation & Operational Excellence World Summit proudly hosts the Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards. These prestigious awards celebrate and showcase global the most outstanding achievements in Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, AI, and Operational Excellence.

Our focus is on recognizing organizations that demonstrate tangible results through successful implementation in these key areas. We welcome entries from all organizations, both in the private and public sectors worldwide, that have undertaken impactful programs in Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, AI, and Operational Excellence.

Eligibility for the awards is broad, with no restrictions based on the scale of the projects. Each submission will be evaluated based on the effectiveness of the program implementation and its alignment with the organization’s strategic goals.

Participants are encouraged to submit entries across multiple categories if relevant, and there is no limit to the number of submissions per category.

This is an unparalleled opportunity to gain global recognition for the exceptional work you and your team contribute to your organization.

Please take the time to review the entry guidelines for this elite awards program and discover how you can showcase your projects on this global platform.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY ONLINE NOW

Registration involves a fee for each category you plan to enter. After registering, you can submit your Main Entry Document for each entry. You have the flexibility to edit and refine your submissions until the final deadline of 11:59pm (Pacific Time) on February the 10th, 2024.

Participants can submit entries across multiple categories if relevant, and there is no limit to the number of submissions per category.

Key Dates

February 10, 2024 – Awards Entries Close

March 12, 2024 – Awards Shortlist Announced

May 9, 2024 – Awards Ceremony & Winners Announced

Entry Fee

Each entry incurs a fee of $199.

Upon paying the registration fee, you are confirming your intent to submit entries in the selected categories. Following registration, you may proceed to submit your Main Entry Document. You have the opportunity to edit and fine-tune your submissions until the final deadline of 11:59pm (Pacific Time) on February the 10th, 2024.

We eagerly anticipate your participation in the awards.

For any additional support or inquiries, please feel free to reach out to us at awards@proqis.com.

The Awards Categories

11 Project Awards: 

  • Best Achievement in Cultural Transformation & Sustainability to deliver a high performing Enterprise Excellence culture.
  • Best Achievement in Operational Excellence to deliver Business Transformation
  • Best Achievement in Operational Excellence to deliver Digital Transformation
  • Best Achievement in Operational Excellence to deliver an outstanding Value Creation or Innovation Execution project
  • Best Achievement in Operational Excellence to deliver an outstanding Customer Experience Excellence
  • Best Achievement in Process Automation (RPA, Intelligent Automation, Digital Process Automation, Machine Learning, Cognitive Learning, Blockchain etc)
  • Best Achievement in Data Analytics enabling Operational Excellence
  • Best Achievement in an Enterprise Architecture program
  • Best Achievement in a Process Mining program
  • Best Achievement in a Business Process Management Program
  • Best Achievement in an IT Infrastructure & Cloud Program
  • Most Outstanding Digital Transformation Workplace Program

 

How to enter the Awards

The Platinum Award

The Platinum Award cannot be entered for. The winner will be selected by the judges from best entry across the project categories. 

  • The Platinum Award for Best Project at the Digital Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards.

Lifetime Achievement Award

The following Award cannot be entered for. The winner will be selected by our panel of judges.

The Judging Panel

The Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards are being judged by an independent panel of esteemed experts in Operational Excellence.

The panel will be led by a Chairman of the Judges, who is a leading and highly regarded expert in Operational Excellence.

To be a member of the judging panel, Judges need to satisfy the following criteria:

  • Hold a leadership level position or equivalent within their organization.
  • Their organization is considered as one of the leading Operational Excellence deployers in their sector. Accessed by our Advisory Board and our research findings.
  • They were willing to sign and comply with strict codes of confidentiality.

 

If you are interested in being considered as a member of the judging panel, please click here to apply.

Judging Rules of Conduct

Judging will be undertaken by an independent panel of judges appointed by The Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards who will be bound by a confidentiality agreement that bans them from externally discussing information from entries.

We operate a strict non-conflict judging code to avoid industry sector conflict.  A judge working in the financial services sector may not judge categories, which have entries from organizations in the financial services sector.

Hence, any judge who has a potential conflict of interest with an entry will not be allowed to judge that entry. 

Sponsoring organizations will not be allowed to get involved with or have access to the judging process at shortlisting or in winner’s selections. They will only be aware of information in the public domain. 

Judging Process

8-10 judges will score in the shortlisting stage in order to identify which entries are going to the final stage.

Judges may move entries between categories if deemed to be unsuitable for the category entered, but appropriate for another.  Awards will be made solely at the discretion of the judges, and their decision is final.

Once we have shortlisted then another 8-10 judges will score those finalists so we are gathering the views of 16-20 judges to get the scores for the finalists and identify the winners. 

Previous CEO of the Year Award Winner

 

Previous winner of the prestigious CEO of the Year Award, Mark Pigott (CEO, PACCAR, 1997-2013)  has been highlighted as one of the nation's leading CEOs by Forbes magazine, in their annual listing of the top ten CEOs in the country.

Under Mark Pigott's leadership as Chairman and CEO, Paccar  delivered a 1,700 percent total return to shareholders. Pigott's focus on quality and innovation resulted in Paccar receiving many J.D. Power and Associates Awards for highest customer satisfaction as well as International Truck of the Year Awards.

PACCAR has earned the distinction of being one of the nation's leading companies by ForbesBarron'sBusinessWeekIndustryweek, and InformationWeek magazine.

The Platinum Award

The Platinum Award: A Prestigious Recognition at the Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards

The Platinum Award is a special honor that cannot be directly entered for. It is awarded to the most exceptional project among all categories, a decision made by our panel of judges.

Selection Process:

  • Judges' Choice: The Platinum Award is determined by the judges, who select it from the most outstanding entries across all categories.
  • Criteria for Selection: The award is conferred upon the entry that, in the judges' opinion, represents the pinnacle of business achievement from all submissions.
  • Nomination Process: After selecting category winners, the judges nominate one or two projects they consider the best overall.
  • Final Decision: These nominations are then discussed in depth. Judges vote on these top projects to decide the recipient of the Platinum Award.

 

Award Ceremony Highlight: The Platinum Award is the climax of the awards ceremony. It generates a palpable anticipation as all category winners are potential recipients of this ultimate accolade.

The Platinum Award Judging Process

After the judges have completed the second stage of judging (the selection of winners for each category) they are asked to nominate one or two entries that are, in their opinion, the best in the program.  

If the nominated entries have won their category, then they are included in the debate to consider which organization should win the Platinum Award. 

The judges then discuss the merits of each of the nominated entries.  At the close of the discuss, each judge nominates their choice for the Platinum Award and the votes are counted to select the winner.

The Platinum Award is the last award to be given out at the ceremony.  All the category winners realize that they have a chance to get it and there is a hush of silence as all wait to hear which organization is going to collect the ultimate award of the whole program.

The previous winner was New York Presbyterian Hospital and the case study for this is available on request. 

Is Your Team / Organization a Potential Winner? Apply Now

  • Did your organisation achieve outstanding business results through the use of Operational Excellence?

  • Did your teams execute an Operational Excellence project that delivered outstanding business results?

  • Does your organization want to received recognition globally amongst your peers for your outstanding results achieve through the application of Operational Excellence projects.

 

If you and your team achieved something amazing, you should apply and get the industry recognition your deserve. 

 

CLICK HERE - HOW TO ENTER THE AWARDS - CLICK HERE 

 

Benefits of WINNING

Industry Recognition

Demonstrate to the global business community - and your CEOs -  the real results you and your team achieved through the successful implementation of Operational Excellence projects & programs. 

Positioning your organization as best in class AND committed to outstanding Operational Excellence achievement.

Being shortlisted or an award winner will gain your global recognition with extended exposure thought out the entire year. 

Our special award winners logo can be placed on your website and marketing materials to inform your stakeholders of your commitment to Operational Excellence.

Attract the best industry talent.

The best industry talent is attracted to the best-in-class organizations. Award winners experience an influx of applications from other progressive executives.

Being in line for that coveted promotion you were seeking

Being shortlisted or an award winner will help you gain that extra recognition and visibility with your leadership team.

Funding

By demonstrating the outstanding business results achieved through your deployment of Operational Excellence, you can expect to achieve greater funding from your leaders, shareholders and board.

New Business

Proof of outstanding business processes and driving continuous improvement to every corner of your business, and achieving Operational Excellence, will open doors to new business and new contracts.

Our 350,000 global subscriber base of executives around the world will hear about your achievements. 

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Best Practises for your Main Entry Document

Guidelines for the Main Entry Document

Your submission should start with a 250-word synopsis and be confined to four pages of A4. This document is your central pitch, encapsulating all key aspects of your project.

  1. 250-Word Synopsis: This is an overview for the judges, providing a snapshot of your entry and guiding them through the significant outcomes.

  2. Document Length and Focus: Limit your document to four pages to maintain relevance and clarity. Judges prefer concise, fact-based entries over lengthy narratives.

  3. Attention to Detail: Adhere closely to the guidelines relevant to your category to avoid missing crucial points. Even small details can impact your entry's scoring.

  4. Effective Writing: Seek assistance from skilled writers, such as your Communications Department, for a polished and engaging entry. Well-written submissions often make a stronger impact.

  5. Consider Your Audience: Treat your document like a 10-minute pitch. Captivate the judges initially, and they will be more inclined to consider your entry favorably.

  6. Conciseness is Key: Avoid filling space with irrelevant content. An entry that is direct and to the point is often more successful.

  7. Results-Focused: Highlight key results such as cost reductions, sales growth, or productivity improvements. Use clear charts and factual data for a compelling presentation.

  8. External Review: Have your entry reviewed by someone outside your team to ensure clarity and objectivity. This helps in making your document accessible to external judges.

  9. Clear Structure: Organize your document logically with clear and informative visuals. A well-structured, easy-to-read entry will stand out in a field of numerous applications.

Remember, your entry is not just a formality; it's an opportunity to showcase your project's impact and innovation. Make every word count!

Testimonials

  • I have found the summit to be among the best I've attended in my 30+ years. The speakers are professional; the presentations are informative and no sales attempts as I've seen in other settings. 

    VP Performance Process Improvement, Universal Health Services VP Performance Process Improvement at Universal Health Services
  • The Summit and Industry Awards was outstanding.  It was my pleasure both to participate and attend.  I compliment both Brian and you and, of course, Vijay, on what can only be classified as a first class event. The pleasure in meeting you was mine and I look forward to future interaction.

    Strategic Planning & CPI Director, US Army Military District of Washington and Joint Force Headquarters-National Capital Region Strategic Planning & Continuous Process Improvement Director at US Army Military District of Washington and Joint Force Headquarters-National Capital Region
  • A tremendously informative and useful event. Unlike most summits that focus on presentations, this event informed, stimulated and provided insights that participants could use when they returned to their organization

     

    Director, Army Distributed Learning, US Army Director, Army Distributed Learning at US Army
  • The opportunity to network, hear practical implementation examples, see vendor updates and take away new ideas is just outstanding. Thank you!

    R. Cummings, Manager, SW Process Improvement, RIM Manager, SW Process Improvement at RIM
  • Another great year! You have great people with Claire and Flora and others. I always enjoy your events

    Jerry Calvert, SVP, SunTrust Banks, Inc. SVP at SunTrust Banks, Inc.
  • It was very nice to finally meet you at the conference in Orlando.  I really enjoyed everything. Congratulations on such wonderful work.

    Jennifer Boggs, Co-ordination Officer, United Nations Co-ordination Officer at United Nations
  • I was very impressed with the representation at the conference and at the awards ceremony. Always striving for excellence!

    Jeff Porada, Vice President, Operational Quality & Training, Wyndham Vacation Ownership Vice President, Operational Quality & Training at Wyndham Vacation Ownership
  • I was impressed at the diversity of industries that were represented at the conference. From technology to steel, to pharmaceuticals, there were a wide variety of companies who are really interested in learning best practices and sharing them with others. 

    Allen Crane, Senior Manager, Consumer Care and Tech Support Strategy, Dell Inc. Senior Manager, Consumer Care and Tech Support Strategy at Dell Inc.
  • The range of companies and industries that were represented resulted in superb exchange of ideas

    Harvey S. Gold, Lead Master Black Belt, CR&D, DuPont Lead Master Black Belt, CR&D at DuPont
  • As a new deployment leader, I attended three conferences last year, and yours was by far the best! I found the sessions to be varied and informative, and they were supplemented by opportunities to mingle with other participants and industry specialists. I look forward to making your an annual event!

    Linda Bowyer, VP Service Quality, TD Canada Trust VP Service Quality at TD Canada Trust
  • Excellent insights…excellent thoughts. The speakers shared inspirational stories and helpful lessons learned

    Andrew Parris, Altas Program Improvement, Lockheed Martin Altas Program Improvement at Lockheed Martin
  • This was a great opportunity to see first hand how other companies approach building quality into the design process. I have taken away numerous new ideas that I will incorporate into our model

    Leslie Behnke, VP Six Sigma Business Excellence, Cigna Corporation VP Six Sigma Business Excellence at Cigna Corporation
  • Leadership, Energetic, Engaging, Wonderful Presentations

    Donald Walker, Senior Vice President, Mckesson Corporation Senior Vice President at Mckesson Corporation
  • The speakers were all excellent

    Melinda Hester, Project Leader, United Space Alliance Project Leader at United Space Alliance
  • The summit was outstanding -- great networking and process improvement sharing! 

    Wayne R. Potter, Electrical Value Stream Leader Process Excellence, Northrop Grumman Corporation Electrical Value Stream Leader Process Excellence at Northrop Grumman Corporation
  • Very good! Excellent topics, pertinent to todays circumstances

    Brad Banachowicz, Driector Quality & O p Ex, Harley Davidson Driector Quality & O p Ex at Harley Davidson
  • Excellent Balance of superb speakers, best vendors and relevant, practical topics. Must attend this event.

    Dave Harry, LSS Champion, Northrop Grumman LSS Champion at Northrop Grumman
  • A Summit very well organized where the aim of the program is the content and the real research of best Practices.  It was a hard job as an Awards Judge due to the real top level of competitors and their great results.

    Head of Quality, Ferrari Racing Head of Quality at Ferrari Racing
  • I have found the congresss to be among the best I've attended in my 30+ years. The speakers are professional; the presentations are informative and no sales attempts as I've seen in other settings.

    VP Performance/Process Improvement at Universal Health Services VP Performance/Process Improvement at Universal Health Services
  • These congresss are simply the best, and there really are no others even close. I have attended almost every year. The speakers are top shelf, there is great opportunity to make new contacts, and the event organization is wonderful. 

    VP, Quality at Saint Vincent Health System VP, Quality at Saint Vincent Health System
  • You provide the most in-depth conferences that I have ever been to.

    VP - IP Capture Quality, US Bank VP - IP Capture Quality at US Bank
  • Pre-summit workshops were very practical, tool-based, and I will certainly leverage.  The summit had powerful key note speakers, experienced practitioners sharing their learnings and best practices.  The awards ceremony event and dinner was very well done - pace was good, dinner was lovely, atmosphere was celebratory.  Evening drinks events where we could spend more time networking.  I was not able to stay for the post-summit workshops although I heard good things from 2 who did stay behind.  As a speaker I also found the experience to be very rewarding.  Your team was very organized from requesting the bio, updating the website, keeping me apprised via emails, etc.  Thank you for the experience.  I hope you will continue to reach out to us for other events.

     

    Co-Head, Process Excellence - Retail Deployments, Lean Six Sigma Centre of Excellence and Governance | RBC Royal Bank Co-Head, Process Excellence - Retail Deployments, Lean Six Sigma Centre of Excellence and Governance at RBC Royal Bank
  • Thank you for all the hard work you did to make it a success.

    Director of Lean Six Sigma, Department of Defense Director of Lean Six Sigma at Department of Defense
  • The BTOES event exceeded expectations - so many impactful takeaways to bring back to my organization.

    Todd van Houten, Senior Director of Strategy & Innovation, Cintas Senior Director of Strategy & Innovation at Cintas
  • Diverse, excellent agenda of topics delivered by actual practitioners of Lean Sigma. Good representation of multiple healthcare organization models.

    Bob Hody, MBB, Lean Kaizen Leader, Johns Hopkins Medicine MBB, Lean Kaizen Leader at Johns Hopkins Medicine
  • Your conference is a winner and I like being a part of it.

    Lee Campbell, Continuous Process Improvement Director, US Army Military District of Washington US Army Military District of Washington at US Army Military District of Washington
  • This was my first time attending BTOES. This conference proved to be an excellent conference for making connections and exchanging ideas. The content overall was high-quality.

    Tami Beheler, Sr Director End-to-End Process Effectiveness VEO, Eli Lilly and Company Sr Director End-to-End Process Effectiveness VEO at Eli Lilly and Company
  • "This event was filled with prominent leaders and thought provoking solutions to some of the most common challenges we face in transforming our organizations! I learned a lot from this summit"

    Michael Schank, Founder and Managing Director, Process Inventory Advisors Founder and Managing Director at Process Inventory Advisors
  • The BTOES was an insightful and fruitful experience. As a first-timer I took away so much more than I was expecting. The speakers were all seasoned professionals, the opportunity to network was enriching. Overall this summit was great and I look forward to future summits.

    Madalena Valiante, Manager, Operational Excellence, Laurentide Controls Manager, Operational Excellence at Laurentide Controls
  • BTOES is the one conference I look forward to attending each year. It provides an opportunity to connect with other professionals focusing on transformation efforts and is system agnostic. The topics and the speakers bring a wealth of information on methodologies and current trends that provide a bit more inspiration when bringing back the lessons to my team. I appreciate the openness and spirit of sharing, and look forward to attending next year.

    Sandra Lechiaro, Sr. Communications and Change Management Specialist, MIT Lincoln Laboratory Sr. Communications and Change Management Specialist at MIT Lincoln Laboratory
  • BTOES provided us with the ability to learn from and network with key leaders across industries and geek out on operational excellence.

    Jordan Thurston, SVP, Global Head of Regulatory Profile Management & Performance Analytics, Citi SVP, Global Head of Regulatory Profile Management & Performance Analytics at Citi
  • BTOES attracts interesting attendees on an executive level, open for an active information exchange. It offers useful practical case presentations. The event is a great opportunity to learn about successful approaches to improvement, transformation and digitalization initiatives, stressing the alignment of people, process and technology.

    Dr Mathias Kirchmer, Managing Director, Scheer Americas LLC Managing Director at Scheer Americas LLC
  • Great educational content and well organized.

    Jayson Veldhoen, Director - Continuous Improvement, Graham Construction Director - Continuous Improvement at Graham Construction
  • The 1-2-1 meetings were really useful and were the star of the show for us.

    Ron Greisch, Vice President of Sales, Hyperdrive Vice President of Sales at Hyperdrive
  • I found BTOES to be a valuable experience. The summit featured presentations from industry practitioners that were insightful and informative with case studies and materials that should help anyone on their journey towards transformation and operational excellence.

    Ken Fredman, VP, Head of Editorial, Design and Publishing, S&P Global VP, Head of Editorial, Design and Publishing at S&P Global
  • BTOES was a great learning and networking experience. I met many likeminded people from many different industries. What I learned I plan to bring back to apply to focus on continuous improvement.

    Brad Marrow, Principal Process Excellence Champion and Lead LEAN 6 Sigma Trainer, Helmerich & Payne Principal Process Excellence Champion and Lead LEAN 6 Sigma Trainer at Helmerich & Payne
  • It was a good space for us to pause and reflect on the work that do we and hear about work other compaies have done.

    Connie Park, Senior Manager, Process Innovation, Asurion Senior Manager, Process Innovation at Asurion
  • BTOES is the premier event for business transformation professionals to learn and connect with their peers.

    Thomas Bertels, Chief Executive Officer, Purpose Works Chief Executive Officer at Purpose Works
  • I was nervous about what value I would receive for my time and if the diverse industries in attendance could provide me with actionable insights for my own. The summit exceeded my expectations, showing variations of the same structure used regardless of industry and how it can be adapted to each unique business for measurable gains. It provided me with tools and instilled me with a newfound energy and drive as I return to my organization, ready for change.

    Missy Parrett, Senior Manager Operations Process Improvement, Blain Supply Senior Manager Operations Process Improvement at Blain Supply
  • I thoroughly enjoyed the BTOES summit, which was an enlightening and enriching experience. The blend of expert speakers, in-depth discussions, and networking opportunities was exceptional. Winning three awards at the ceremony was a proud moment for our team, highlighting our commitment to excellence in our field. The event's focus on operational excellence and the insights into the importance of human-centered approaches in our strategies were particularly impactful. I look forward to participating in future events and continuing to engage with this vibrant community.

    Figen Gozener, Program Manager, Turkcell Program Manager at Turkcell
  • The BTOES is a fantastic organization that focuses on operational excellence but more important is its ability to connect senior executives and others by sharing knowledge. I greatly recommend any operational excellence professional to attend and learn!

    Janice Pepin, Knowledge Transfer Manager, University of British Columbia Knowledge Transfer Manager at University of British Columbia
  • Vijay, Brian, and team pulled off another great event that advanced the OPEX/Business Transformation community to the next level. I appreciate their attention to detail and genuine desire to create value for each sponsor, speaker and attendee.

    Robert Stewart, Chief Executive Officer, OpusWorks Chief Executive Officer at OpusWorks
  • The summit was well organized, and everything was on time. The workshops were most beneficial to me because they provided me with a deeper understanding. I also enjoyed the networking. It was great to have like thinkers together to share knowledge and provide support with the obstacles we each are facing in our roles. The awards evening was great!

    Carol Wilson, EVP Operational Excellence and Performance Management, Pentucket Bank EVP Operational Excellence and Performance Management at Pentucket Bank
  • BTOES brings together great minds and great content appropriate for transformation professionals in all industries. Excellent conference.

    Jennifer Van Scoter, AVP, Strategy & Business Effectiveness, Travelers Insurance AVP, Strategy & Business Effectiveness at Travelers Insurance
  • The Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Summit & Industry Awards provided us with new ideas to take home and validation of the hard work ongoing at our company.

    Jonathan Barr, Digital Transformation Lead, Henderson Group Digital Transformation Lead at Henderson Group
  • I was impressed with the breadth and depth of both the participants and the speakers at the event. I had the opportunity to learn about a lot of fascinating projects occurring across multiple industries.

    Elizabeth (Betsy) Kvedar, Senior Learning Content Development, IBM Senior Learning Content Development at IBM
  • Really enjoyed the Wednesday workshops, the setups and execution.

    Joseph Boulanger, R&D Business Office Excellence Lead, Sanofi R&D Business Office Excellence Lead at Sanofi
  • The BTOES event exceeded expectations - so many impactful takeaways to bring back to my organization.

    Todd van Houten, Senior Director of Strategy & Innovation, Cintas Senior Director of Strategy & Innovation at Cintas
  • As a longstanding participant in industry events, rarely have I encountered a platform that so effectively combines thought leadership, innovative practices, and practical insights as this conference does. It stands as a beacon for professionals seeking not just to navigate change but to be the architects of it in their respective fields.

    John Gallo, VP information Security & infrastructure Cloud operations, TDECU VP information Security & infrastructure Cloud operations. at TDECU
  • For a business looking to get real world stories from people involved in business transformations, I would highly recommend this conference which features a rich cross section of talented individuals with experienced knowledgeable techniques and methods to leverage as you work through your journey.

    Tom Bell, Architect Lead, Starbucks Architect Lead at Starbucks
  • I had the pleasure of attending BTOES 2024 conference last week, it was an incredibly enriching experience. The networking opportunities were also fantastic, connected with peers and industry leaders. Overall fantastic event that I would highly recommend to Leaders that are driving, innovation and operational excellence.

    Marnie Morgan, Sr. Enterprise Director Operations, Ricoh Sr. Enterprise Director Operations at Ricoh

Pedigree of the Awards Program

This awards program started back in 2006, as The Global Six Sigma Awards and took place in conjunction with the Global Lean Six Sigma and Business Improvement Summit, and quickly became the industry’s most prestigious program. This was not only due to its size, but importantly due to the two-step scoring & judging ratification process, a strict policy to avoid no conflicts of interest, and a confidentiality agreement that judges sign-up to, which still exists in today awards.

BTOES17 has taken over this elite awards program and have taken it into the new age of Operational Excellence focused not just on Lean Six Sigma and incremental improvements at the operational level, but also strongly aligned with strategy execution, value creation, customer experience, and business transformation to create the future.

Below is a list of previous winning case studies that the awards program received the authorization to make public. However, we have purposely only listed case studies that are dated to avoid any competitive value. These case studies provide excellent examples of well-written 4 page submissions, that are focused, relevant and to the point. 

Just Some of Our Past Winners

PACCAR, BMO, Sonoco, AVIS, Providence Health and Services, Miami Children’s Hospital, Distributed Learning Directorate, US Army, PHH Arval, Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation, Providence Health and Services, Volt Workforce Solutions, Temple-Inland, Hexion Specialty Chemicals, Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, WNS Global Services, Wipro, ADC Telecommunications, Capital One Bank, Deutsche Bank, Fairfield Medical Center, Firstsource Solutions, Humana, ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company, IBM Corporation, Los Angeles County &  USC Medical Center, Medco Health Solutions, Merck & Co, Monsanto Company, Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, OSF Saint Francis Medical Center, Pershing, PHH Arval, Raytheon, Scottish Power Energy Retail, Sisters of Saint Francis Health Services, TD Bank Financial Group, United Airlines, Vanguard, Wyndham Consumer Finance.  BMO Financial Group, Capital One Bank, Avis Budget Group, PAS Technologies Tocquigny, Sisters of Saint Francis Health Services, Infosys BPO, Delphi Powertrain Systems, Capital One Bank, United Airlines, Sonoco, myGolfDNA, ALSAC /St Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Imperial Bank of Commerce, Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation, Deutsche Bank, Firstsource Solutions, Lonmin, OCBC Bank, Prestolite Electric, Satyam BPO, Teradyne, Toyota Financial Services, TRW Automotive, United Services Automobile Association . University Health Network, US Army Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center, ANZ, Borusan Power Systems, British American Tobacco, Group Service Delivery Canadian. 

Awards Key Terms and Conditions

The Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards reserve the right to publish details from award winners and shortlisted entries.  Supporting materials may be supplied in confidence and the responsibility for advising The Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards of any confidentiality restraints imposed shall lie with the company making an entry. The Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Awards shall not be held liable for any failure by the company submitting an entry to supply such confidentiality details. 

Shortlisted organizations are required to attend the Awards Ceremony on May 9, 2024, at the Peninsula Ballroom at the Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld®. Attendance is compulsory, so please only submit your application if you are able to attend the awards.

All Organizational & Project category winners are required to participate in the Award Winners Panels with Q&A that will take place on the morning of Thursday, May 9 with summit attendees. You will not be expected to divulge any confidential data, facts or figures.

In the event your organization becomes a finalist or a winner of a Business Transformation & Operational Excellence Award, you consent to your organizations name being used in marketing for the awards program, either by BTOES directly, or by a third party member of the media covering the awards program and/or awards ceremony.

All finalists are required to produce a Poster Board presentation in an infographic format, 40" * 40" telling the story of their project/program. These will be displayed to all attendees at BTOES.

By submitting and paying for your application you confirm you have reviewed the Terms & Conditions for entries, and agree to be bound by them. Furthermore, you confirm that all information contained within each entry is 100% accurate.