Idea of the Year Competition

Ideas.Arabia 7th International Conference 2012

IDEA OF THE YEAR COMPETITION 2012

Introduction General

The ‘Idea of the Year’ Competition 2012 All entries will be assessed by an recognizes the most significant ideas independent panel of judges who will shortlist implemented by organizations throughout the the finalists. calendar year. This competition seeks to recognize employees and organizations for The finalists are required to provide a display their best ideas. giving details of the idea at the conference.

Participation in the competition has many Instructions benefits. It provides additional recognition to employees, and highlights how involving - Maximum of 2 entries is allowed per employees can benefit an organization. category.

Award - Complete the Idea of the Year Competition application form (see below). In addition to the “Overall Idea of the Year” category, winners will be selected in six - Be sure to include supporting specific categories. documentation (not more than 4 sheets) to enable the judges to fully understand The winning categories will be recognized and the benefits of the idea to your appreciated at the award presentation organization. ceremony on 24th April 2012 Criteria Eligibility - Clearly identify the problem and  Any idea that was implemented during the the solution. year 2011. - Provide a brief summary of the  You may select the category in which you idea (35 words or less). wish your idea to be considered. The judges will take the final decision. - List specific details of the idea that make it unique, significant, different etc.  There is no entry fee. The only condition is that shortlisted finalists must be able to - List all benefits from the attend the Ideas.Arabia annual conference implemented idea: to present their idea to the judging panel. Shortlisted teams must send at least one  Tangible member to present the idea to the judges.  Intangible  Financial (must be supported with evidence) Idea of the Year Competition technical reports, press Categories releases etc).

1. Idea of the Year: Ideas considered the b. A single PDF file which includes best in all the shortlisted categories. the main application and all the supporting documentation in the 2. Innovation: Ideas that focus on breakthrough innovation that improve same file. Multiple files for the systems through manufacturing, same application will not be engineering or administrative solutions. accepted.

3. Productivity: Ideas which raise the 4. Competition entries, including names of general awareness and importance of suggestors cannot be amended productivity within an organisation following submission of the idea. through manufacturing or administrative solutions. 5. Submissions must clearly identify the initial problem and the solution provided 4. Environment: Ideas which improve the by the suggestions. All benefits, environment by conserving energy or tangible or intangible must be resources, reducing waste or pollution or highlighted. Financial benefits must be by promoting the use of 3Rs (Reduce, supported with evidence. Reuse & Recycle). 6. All entries must be submitted under the 5. Health & Safety: Ideas which improve name of the employing organisation. the health and personal safety of The ideas must have been employees, equipment safety and implemented and the benefit to their operational security of plant or organization clearly identified. organisation. 7. Shortlisted finalists must be available to 6. Customer Service: Ideas which improve attend the Ideas.Arabia conference to services to internal and external present the idea to the judging panel. customers (which may lead to fewer complaints and increased business), 8. Dubai Quality Group will arrange the image of the organization both internally final judging timetable. Finalists must and externally; and how the idea fits with be available at their allotted time. the aims and values of the organisation. 9. Dubai Quality Group may publish 7. Financial: Ideas which improve financial details of any idea submitted. efficiency of an organisation with regards to savings in operating costs, time, 10. Dubai Quality Group will acknowledge resources, manpower, etc. receipt of all entries.

Rules and Conditions of Entry Entries to the competition must be couriered or emailed to the address given below no later 1. The closing date for entries is than 7th April 2012. 7th April 2012 If you require any advice or guidance on the 2. The judges have absolute discretion and competition, please contact: their decision is final. No further correspondence will be entertained. Ms. Nawal Al Balooshi Subgroup Coordinator 3. Entries can be submitted in one of the Dubai Quality Group following two ways: P.O. Box: 9278, Dubai Tel: 00971-4-3431950 a. Four hard copies, with each copy Fax: 00971-4-3431970 including the main application and Email: [email protected] all the necessary supporting materials (photographs, technical reports drawings, statistical information, spreadsheets, Ideas.Arabia – Idea of the Year Competition 2012

Please note that all entries to the Competition must reach DQG no later than 7th April 2012

Name and address of nominating organisation

Contact person & Telephone Number

Suggestor (s): Name and job title Idea Title Summary (maximum 35 words) (To provide the adjudicators with an insight into what the idea is all about. Ask someone who knows nothing about the idea to see if they understand clearly from your summary what the idea is all about). Detail of idea (Make sure it provides sufficient details to fully explain the idea. Avoid technical jargon that might make it difficult for Judges to understand)

Benefits – Tangible

Benefits – Intangible

Financial Benefits Yes, more than one year ……………………. No, one year only ……………………. Date of suggestion

Date of implementation

Supporting Please check any of the following items you are enclosing Documentation Attached Photographs Drawings Statistical Information Spreadsheets Technical Reports Others

Indicate the Category you wish this idea to be considered If the idea has an impact on other areas, would you wish this ideaSigned to be ……………………… considered in any other category Date:…………………………..

Note: Your submission will be treated confidential. However, the summary may be published.