Foundation of Excellence Application
The Foundation of Excellence level is for organizations that have made a commitment to use performance excellence principles and are growing in their journey. This level involves developing clarity around the most important aspects of your business. It focuses on the six foundational process categories for performance excellence. All applicants at this level must provide 2 individuals to become trained examiners that will actively participate in site visits.(Score <250)
Assessment Focus
- Organizational Profile (5 pages)
- Application (10 pages – includes Organizational Profile)
- Review with Executive Director or Board Member
- Feedback Report Optional (additional fee)
- Receive Award
- Provide 2 Examiners
We will be assessing the basic requirements of the criteria covering all six process categories. Foundation of Excellence applications may be submitted at any time.
Workshops
The Oklahoma Quality Foundation provides workshop opportunities for applicants. These valuable workshops are designed to help interested organizations organize and respond to Excellence Framework questions. You will learn best practices from leaders in the excellence journey arena, helping you maximize your time, and identify potential pitfalls.
Award Process
For first time applicants, please contact us and we’ll help get you started!