About
Recognizing India's quality leaders for over three decades
Dr Juran believed that for a quality revolution in India, we need to recognize individual excellence in quality management, and that a national quality culture can be seeded by focusing on Quality in Healthcare and Quality in Education. Today, Qimpro Foundation recognizes Quality Statespersons with the Qimpro Platinum Standard, and Quality Leaders with the Qimpro Gold Standard.
Over the past three decades, Qimpro Awards have evolved to confer far more than recognition. They bestow enduring credibility, visibility, and legacy, affirming the professional stature of awardees and inspiring others to pursue excellence in their respective domains.
Categories
Qimpro Platinum Standard
Recognizes Quality Statespersons – individuals with a bold national vision for quality and excellence in India.
Selected by an independent Panel of Judges each year.
Qimpro Gold Standard
Recognizes Quality Leaders who drive organizational transformation through quality and excellence, including a Startup category.
Selected by an independent Panel of Judges each year.
Qimpro Medal
Honors a Benchmark Leader for extraordinary achievements in a unique space. Selected exclusively by Trustees – awarded only 5 times in 35 years.
Selected exclusively by the Board of Trustees.
Domains & Awardees
Startups
Quality-First Founders and Innovators
Criteria
What we look for
Each panel is Chaired by the respective Platinum Standard awardee of the previous year.
Winners are selected annually by four independent Panels of Judges - one per domain.
Qimpro Medal
Benchmark Leader
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The highly coveted Qimpro Medal is presented by the Trustees of Qimpro Foundation to honour a Benchmark Leader for Extraordinary Achievements, in a unique space.
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Unlike the annual Platinum and Gold Standards, the Medal is not tied to any cycle. It is awarded only when the Trustees identify an individual whose achievements are truly unlike any other.
The Medal has been presented only 5 times in 35 years – a measure of its extraordinary standard. Such is the sterling requirement that years can pass without a recipient.
Platinum Standard — Quality Statesperson
Business, Education, Healthcare
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A bold national vision for Quality and Excellence in India
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A sterling track record in Ethics, Governance, and Social Responsibility
3
Inspires confidence and admiration across generations, including youth in India and globally
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Acts as a statesperson who champions Quality and Excellence at the national level
Suitable for individuals who embody integrity, vision, and leadership in advancing Quality and Excellence for the nation.
Gold Standard — Leader
Business, Education, Healthcare
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Leads adoption of Quality and Excellence best practices to build or transform an organization
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A Strategic Quality Plan integrating safety, environment, and social responsibility
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Deploys the plan to deliver extraordinary results for all stakeholders
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Serves as an inspiration and role model within the organization
Suitable for leaders who drive organizational transformation through Quality and Excellence, delivering sustainable impact.
Gold Standard — Startup
Innovation and growth stage
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A clear mission and vision focused on quality and customers
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Innovative ideas that create a big difference
3
Proven results that can grow and be repeated
4
Works for the long-term good of society and the environment
5
Delights customers and adapts quickly to changes
Suitable for individuals building startups with a strong focus on quality, innovation, and lasting impact.
Nominate
Do you know someone who embodies excellence in Quality?
Nominate them for a Qimpro Award.
Nominations Open for Education, Healthcare, Business, Start-ups
Submit a Nomination
Provide details about the individual you are nominating and their quality achievements in their domain.
Independent Panel Review
An independent Panel of Judges evaluates nominations against the published criteria for each award tier.
Recognition Ceremony
Awardees are announced and honoured at the annual Qimpro Awards ceremony.
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