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To Apply for The Shingo Prize |
Award Criteria
Before we get into the nitty gritty of the award, learn here WHY you should apply. Pretty good reasons, wouldn't you say?
The Shingo Prize evaluation criteria are based on an overall lean business systems model. Masaaki Imai, Chair, Kaizen Institute, noted that the Shingo Prize is the only award program in the world focused on lean manufacturing and the elimination of “muda” or waste. The model demands system integration based on proven manufacturing and business practices. The Shingo criteria focus on Customer Satisfaction and Profitability; Quality, Cost and Delivery; Core Operations; and Leadership and Empowerment Enablers.
Click here to download the Shingo Prize Model and Business Guidelines (Updated 2009, 3rd edition)
Regional examiners, trained by representatives from the North American Shingo Prize, will carry out the rigorous process of evaluating the Achievement Reports and the two to three-day company Site Evaluation Visit. The Shingo Prize is awarded at three levels: the Bronze Medallion, The Silver Medallion, and The Shingo Prize. Each level showcases an increased achievement of lean implementation. If a facility meets or exceeds the standard, they will be recognized for the Shingo Prize at the level in which they qualify.
But how can you know if you are ready to apply, if your operations are aligned with The Shingo Model of Excellence? One way is to have a GBMP Shingo Prize Gap Analysis. You'll get a site visit from an experienced Shingo Prize examiner and a report that outlines key strengths and opportunities and provides suggestions for making improvements in line with the model.
You can also take "Shingo 100", an online self-study course designed to introduce the Shingo Prize Model and the underlying principles behind the Shingo Prize philosophy and approach. You will get an in-depth look at the levels of transformation and the various business processes that are presented in the model and an understanding of the transformational path ahead of your organization in pursuing a lean culture. You will also learn about various tools, activities, and systems that support a principle-driven lean culture. Through several interactive team simulations, you will learn about the assessment process and how to apply this methodology within your own organization.
Achievement Reports will be accepted at anytime throughout the year. Achievement Reports not received in time to process before the Annual Shingo Prize International Conference and Awards Ceremony (usually held in April or May) will be recognized first at the Shingo Prize Northeast Region Conference in October and then again at the following Annual Shingo Prize International Conference and Awards Ceremony. Companies from the Northeast Region recognized in April or May at the International Conference are encouraged to also attend the Northeast Region Conference and Awards Ceremony to share their achievement with others manufacturers in the region.
The application fees for the Shingo Prize are as follows:
- Large Company: Defined as having greater than 500 employees: $5000*
- Medium Company: Defined as having between 250 and 500 employees: $3500*
- Small Company: Defined as having less than 250 employees: $1500*
Site Evaluation Visit fees are as follows:
Large Company: Defined as having greater than 500 employees: $6000*
Medium Company: Defined as having between 250 and 500 employees: $4000*
Small Company: Defined as having less than 250 employees: $2000*
* Examiner travel expenses are not included in the site evaluation fee and shall be paid for by the finalist.
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