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The Shingo Prize is acknowledged as the world’s highest recognition for organisational excellence. Established in 1988 by the Shingo Institute, it sets the standard for sustainable excellence, cultural transformation, and enterprise-wide improvement.
While some awards prioritise short-term results, the Shingo Prize evaluates how well an organisation embeds the principles of the Shingo Model into its culture to achieve sustainable long-term excellence. Those with ambition to challenge for recognition demonstrate that ideal behaviours and robust systems drive continuous improvement.
Challenging for the Shingo Prize represents an opportunity to benchmark business performance internationally against world-class organisations through a well-respected and independent pool of international examiners. Some organisations do not intend to challenge for the Prize but instead use the Shingo Model and prize assessment process to measure themselves as they work towards the highest standard of excellence to which they can aspire.
“The Shingo Prize receipt is a worldwide recognised symbol of an organisation’s successful establishment of a culture anchored on principles of enterprise excellence, such as respect for every individual, leading with humility, quality at the source, the quest for perfection, and creating value for the customer.” – Ken Snyder, Executive Director of the Shingo Institute.
The Tiers of Shingo Recognition
There are three levels of Shingo recognition—the Shingo Bronze Medallion, the Shingo Silver Medallion, and the Shingo Prize—which reflect the continuous improvement journey.
BRONZE MEDALLION
Awarded to organisations in the early stages of their cultural transformation. These businesses have implemented improvement tools and aligned behaviours with the Shingo Model principles. They focus on stabilising processes, engaging employees, and fostering a sustainable improvement culture.
BRONZE MEDALLION
Awarded to organisations in the early stages of their cultural transformation. These businesses have implemented improvement tools and aligned behaviours with the Shingo Model principles. They focus on stabilising processes, engaging employees, and fostering a sustainable improvement culture.
SILVER MEDALLION
Organisations at this level are progressing further along their transformation journey. At this stage, their systems and behaviours have been deeply integrated into daily operations, making it easier to do the right thing. The organisation shows clear evidence that improvement is becoming part of the work, and the culture is aligned.
SILVER MEDALLION
Organisations at this level are progressing further along their transformation journey. At this stage, their systems and behaviours have been deeply integrated into daily operations, making it easier to do the right thing. The organisation shows clear evidence that improvement is becoming part of the work, and the culture is aligned.
THE SHINGO PRIZE
This ultimate recognition is awarded to organisations that have fully embraced enterprise excellence. Shingo Prize recipients:
• Have a deeply embedded culture of continuous improvement
• Use key systems and behaviours to sustain success
• Demonstrate exceptional engagement at all levels
• Show measurable and sustained business results
Receiving the Shingo Prize signifies that an organisation is an accurate global benchmark in operational and cultural excellence. It also indicates the most significant potential for sustainability.
THE SHINGO PRIZE
This ultimate recognition is awarded to organisations that have fully embraced enterprise excellence. Shingo Prize recipients:
• Have a deeply embedded culture of continuous improvement
• Use key systems and behaviours to sustain success
• Demonstrate exceptional engagement at all levels
• Show measurable and sustained business results
Receiving the Shingo Prize signifies that an organisation is an accurate global benchmark in operational and cultural excellence. It also indicates the most significant potential for sustainability.
Our Shingo™ Recognised Recipients
The Manufacturing Institute has been delivering Shingo Workshops since 2008. We have trained a community of like-minded professionals and helped over 10 companies achieve the Shingo Prize recognition.
Why challenge
for The Shingo Prize?
Competing for the Shingo Prize is not just about earning recognition—it's about transforming your organisation. Here's why you should pursue the award:
Cultural Transformation
The Shingo Model focuses on changing behaviours, not just processes. It ensures that excellence becomes deeply ingrained in your organisation’s DNA, leading to long-term success.
Enterprise Excellence & Competitive Advantage
Shingo-recognised organisations see improvements in:
- Productivity & efficiency
- Employee engagement & leadership alignment
- Customer satisfaction & loyalty
Global Recognition & Benchmarking
The Shingo Prize is often called the “Nobel Prize of Manufacturing”, but it now applies to all industries, including healthcare, finance, and service sectors. Winning this award places your organisation among the best in the world.
Sustainable Results
Unlike awards recognising one-time projects, the Shingo Prize rewards organisations with consistent, long-term performance improvements.
A Roadmap for Improvement
Even if your organisation doesn’t win the Shingo Prize immediately, the assessment process delivers value by identifying areas for growth and transformation.
Why challenge
for The Shingo Prize?
Competing for the Shingo Prize is not just about earning recognition—it's about transforming your organisation. Here's why you should pursue the award:
Cultural Transformation
The Shingo Model focuses on changing behaviours, not just processes. It ensures that excellence becomes deeply ingrained in your organisation’s DNA, leading to long-term success.
Enterprise Excellence & Competitive Advantage
Shingo-recognised organisations see improvements in:
- Productivity & efficiency
- Employee engagement & leadership alignment
- Customer satisfaction & loyalty
Global Recognition & Benchmarking
The Shingo Prize is often called the “Nobel Prize of Manufacturing”, but it now applies to all industries, including healthcare, finance, and service sectors. Winning this award places your organisation among the best in the world.
Sustainable Results
Unlike awards recognising one-time projects, the Shingo Prize rewards organisations with consistent, long-term performance improvements.
A Roadmap for Improvement
Even if your organisation doesn’t win the Shingo Prize immediately, the assessment process delivers value by identifying areas for growth and transformation.
Shingo Prize
Ipsen Manufacturing Ireland Ltd
TMI guides Ipsen Ireland to business excellence
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the Shingo Challenge?
If your organisation is ready to benchmark itself against the highest standard of excellence, it is time to take the first step.
FAQ's
What is the Shingo Prize?
The Shingo Prize is a global award for organisational excellence, recognising businesses that integrate the Shingo Model principles into their culture and operations.
How do organisations qualify for the Shingo Prize?
Organisations submit an Achievement Report, followed by an on-site assessment by Shingo examiners, evaluating culture, leadership, and sustained business results.
What are the three levels of Shingo recognition?
There are three Shingo awards:
- Shingo Bronze Medallion – Early-stage transformation, focused on tools and processes
- Shingo Silver Medallion – Advanced cultural integration with key systems driving behaviours
- The Shingo Prize – Full organisational excellence, with sustainable results and world-class leadership
Why should my organisation challenge for the Shingo Prize?
Competing for the Shingo Prize helps organisations:
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement
- Increase efficiency and customer satisfaction
- Gain global recognition as a leader in operational excellence
- Benchmark against the world’s best-performing organisations
Is the Shingo Prize only for manufacturing companies?
No. It applies to all industries, including healthcare, finance, and technology.
How long does it take to achieve the Shingo Prize?
It varies, but most organisations spend years embedding Shingo principles before applying them. Our experience demonstrates 2-3 years.
What is the Shingo Model?
The Shingo Model is a globally recognised framework for operational excellence, built on principles, systems, and tools that foster a culture of continuous improvement. It emphasises ideal behaviours as the foundation for sustained success, rather than solely focusing on performance metrics.
What are the benefits of winning a Shingo Prize?
Winning a Shingo Prize brings:
- Prestige and industry recognition
- Higher employee engagement and leadership alignment
- Improved operational efficiency and business performance
- A framework for continuous excellence
How much does it cost to challenge for the Shingo Prize?
Each Shingo journey is different and requires different levels of support. We use a Shingo Benchmark to establish your current state, and from there, we can build a support package for you for the entirety of your journey.
Where can I get help preparing for the Shingo Prize?
If you need support in preparing for the Shingo Prize, organisations like The Manufacturing Institute offer Shingo training, workshops, and assessments to help businesses successfully embed the Shingo Model principles.