The  Baldrige process is clock building, not time keeping. It's a set of systematic
mechanisms for disciplined people to use to improve -- Jim Collins
May 24, 2016
The Principles of Excellence:
Baldrige 101, 201 Workshops
set for June 23-24
The need to improve your organization's performance has perhaps never been greater. But where does one start?  How do you sustain the improvement over time? 

We can help. The Wisconsin Center for Performance Excellence is offering two "foundation" workshops this summer. Introduction to Excellence: Baldrige 101 will introduce organizational leaders and interested individuals to the proven benefits of the Baldrige Framework and Criteria, and a companion workshop, Moving from Interest to Action: Baldrige 201 will explore the Baldrige integrated management system, and guide business leaders and individuals through preparation of an Organizational Profile/Challenger level application.

Baldrige 101 will be held on June 23rd, and Baldrige 201 will be held on June 24th. Workshops will be held the same day in two locations:
Eau Claire:  hosted by Chippewa Valley Technical Collage at the CVTC Business Education Center, facilitated by Dawn Garcia, Principal of Pursuit of Excellence LLC, an independent business consulting agency that specializes in helping general business and healthcare clients advance on the excellence journey. Register here for Baldrige 101 or Baldrige 201, or for both days.
Mequon:  hosted by Concordia University at the Concordia Center for Environmental Stewardship, facilitated by Brett Remington.  Brett is President and true blue rock star at Blue Rock WI, a Waterford, WI-based consulting firm helping people and organizations perform better, faster, through enterprise-based performance improvement methods.  Register here for Baldrige 101 or Baldrige 201, or for both days.
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The Metric of Urgency: Using
Metrics to Link Strategic Thinking
to Operational Excellence 

Metrics got you baffled?  Scorecard in place, but the needle isn't moving? Learn how to select the metrics that will drive meaningful change for your organization.  Leave with tools you can use and the experience of having used them in a hands-on workshop that shows you how to uncover the leading indicators that will align your organization and drive the outcomes your customers are demanding.

Join Edwin Boon and Michael Gratz from the Rendement Group on August 22 and learn how to select the key metrics that deliver the change that matters.  Explore problem statements, leading and lagging metrics, and how your organization can create Meaningful Impact by staying focused on the vital few projects.

This highly interactive workshop will use simulation and facilitated exercises to allow participants to apply the tools taught throughout the day. Get the details.
2015 New Examiner of the Year Stacey Novogoratz, MetaStar
Just Do It!
Summer Cycle Board of Examiner Applications due Monday, May 30
 
Are you interested in learning more about what makes organizations successful? Are you interested in helping other organizations-such as schools, hospitals, non-profits, and businesses-around the state improve their performance? Would you be interested in networking, learning, and sharing with others who feel the same way?

Then apply today to join the WFA Board of Examiners! Applications for the 2016 summer cycle must be received by May 30, 2016.  For more detailed information, or to apply online, please visit our Examiner page.  We encourage new Examiners to attend one of the Baldrige 101 sessions held June 23rd.
  
Examiner benefits include:
  • Training in the internationally acclaimed Baldrige Excellence Framework,
  • Networking and benchmarking opportunities,
  • Hands-on experience that will add tremendous value to your own organization,
  • A chance to contribute to Wisconsin's economic well-being
  • Exposure to proven best practices in leadership, strategic planning, and more,
  • A "resume booster"
  • A complimentary ticket to our annual awards gala

Convenient online applications are available here.
On Deck: Upcoming Events
Visit our website for details

JoAnn Sternke
Pewaukee School District
Baldrige 101: Introduction to Excellence - June 23 hosted by Chippewa Valley Technical College in Eau Claire and by Concordia University in  Mequon  Registration Open.

Baldrige 201: Moving from Interest to Action - June 24 hosted by CVTC in Eau Claire and Concordia University in   Mequon  Registration Open
 
The Principles of Excellence - Baldrige 101 and 201 - June 23 and 24 in Eau Claire or in Mequon.   Registration Open

For those attending in groups of three or four, apply code GROUP3OR4 to receive a $25 discount per person. For those attending in groups of five or more, apply code 5ORMORE for a discount of $50 per person.

Baldrige in Education Workshop  - July 19 hosted by Pewaukee School District at Pewaukee High School.  Registration open
   


Bryan K. Williams, Service Excellence - September 27 in Madison

Baldrige Framework Seminar with Mark Blazey - September 28 & 29 hosted by Black River Memorial Hospital in Black River Falls   Registration Open

6th annual Lean Government - October 28 in Madison

Change Leader Forum and Awards Gala - November 30 at the Monona Terrace Community & Convention Center

Mark your calendars and watch our website and newsletter for more information.  Want to be notified when registration opens?  Email us!
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