Baldrige National Quality Award

The Baldrige National Quality Award is a prestigious recognition established by the U.S. government to encourage businesses, educational institutions, and health care organizations to improve their performance. It evaluates organizations based on criteria such as leadership, strategic planning, customer focus, and workforce engagement. Winning this award signals that an organization achieves excellence in managing its operations and delivering value to customers and stakeholders. The Baldrige framework helps organizations identify strengths and areas for improvement, ultimately enhancing their competitiveness and sustainability.