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18/06/2026

Congratulations to South East Technological University on winning Operational Excellence in Third-Level Education at the 2026 Operational Excellence Awards! 🏆

By delivering accredited, inclusive programmes co-designed with and for adults with intellectual disabilities, embedded within mainstream structures and supported by rigorous curriculum development, strong employability partnerships, and active student engagement, SETU has established a nationally recognised model of accessible, high-quality education that promotes meaningful participation and professional growth.

It is a thoroughly well-deserved recognition for a university whose commitment to inclusion and operational excellence is making a genuine and lasting difference to the lives of learners across Ireland.

Explore the full list of winners at https://tinyurl.com/yf72dvds

17/06/2026

Congratulations to Lidl Ireland and Lidl Northern Ireland on winning Operational Excellence in Retail at the 2026 Operational Excellence Awards! 🏆

By transforming EHS into a strategic operational pillar and delivering a Safety by Design culture across more than 200 stores, Lidl achieved ISO 45001 re-certification, significantly reduced accidents and Lost Time Incidents, and drove a dramatic drop in liability claims that delivered substantial financial efficiency and maximised workforce availability.

It is a thoroughly well-deserved recognition for a retail organisation whose data-driven approach to operational excellence is setting a compelling standard across Irish and Northern Irish retail.

Explore the full list of winners at https://tinyurl.com/yf72dvds

16/06/2026

Congratulations to An Post Commerce on winning Operational Excellence in Public Sector at the 2026 Operational Excellence Awards! 🏆

Their An Post Way Model has been central to the organisation's transformation from a letter to a parcel business, driving meaningful improvements in operational efficiency, quality performance, and safety while delivering a positive impact for both customers and workforce.

It is a well-deserved recognition for a public sector organisation whose commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence is setting a compelling standard for the sector.

Explore the full list of winners at https://tinyurl.com/3ykf6jbs

15/06/2026

Celebrating one of the standout wins from the 2026 Operational Excellence Awards, congratulations to Viatris Little Island on taking home Operational Excellence in Manufacturing! 🏆

Through their innovative Integrated Lean Management System programme, VIOS, the Little Island site is transforming how they do business and delivering world-class performance that sets them apart as key achievers in Ireland's manufacturing sector.

It is a thoroughly well-deserved recognition for a site team whose celebrated success and commitment to continuous improvement is a compelling example of operational excellence in action.

Explore the full list of winners at https://tinyurl.com/yf72dvds

12/06/2026

Casting our minds back to the 2026 Operational Excellence Awards, congratulations to Astellas Ireland Dublin on taking home Operational Excellence in Life Sciences! 🏆

In 2025, the team implemented EBR and a QC digital dashboard, expanded QC lab efficiencies, and commissioned a solar farm, delivering 850 hours saved, 27% of site electricity from renewables, a 5% site-wide 6S score increase, and a Lean Six Sigma culture with an impressive 97% of staff Yellow Belt certified.

It is a thoroughly well-deserved recognition for a site whose measurable outcomes and commitment to continuous improvement set a compelling standard for operational excellence in Ireland's life sciences sector.

Explore the full list of winners at https://tinyurl.com/yf72dvds

11/06/2026

Taking a moment to look back at the 2026 Operational Excellence Awards, Klearcom's win in the Operational Excellence in ICT, Media and Telecoms category was one of the night's most memorable moments! 🏆

Their AI-driven platform continuously tests and monitors IVR and voice services worldwide, detecting issues early, speeding resolution, and reducing operational waste to deliver reliable customer journeys and measurable efficiency gains across complex, multi-country environments.

It is a richly deserved recognition for a company that is genuinely raising the bar for operational excellence in Ireland's ICT, media, and telecoms sector.

Explore the full list of winners at https://tinyurl.com/yf72dvds

10/06/2026

Congratulations to Comfort Keepers Homecare on winning Operational Excellence in Healthcare at the 2026 Operational Excellence Awards! 🏆

Blending data-led planning with genuine human connection, Comfort Keepers demonstrated their culture of continuous improvement at its finest during Storm Eowyn, ensuring staff safety and service continuity while providing care and certainty to clients and staff throughout one of the most challenging periods the sector has faced.

When technology failed, their teamwork prevailed — and that is a standard of operational excellence that truly deserves national recognition.

Explore the full list of winners at https://tinyurl.com/3ykf6jbs

09/06/2026

Congratulations to Bidvest Noonan on winning Operational Excellence in Facilities Management at the 2026 Operational Excellence Awards! 🏆

Delivering smart technology, sustainability, and digital innovation across more than 1,100 locations, Bidvest Noonan has generated significant energy savings, efficiency gains, enhanced compliance, and measurable client value through standout projects at the National Aquatic Centre, St Vincent's University Hospital, Bus Éireann, and UCD over the past year.

It is a thoroughly well-deserved recognition for an organisation whose commitment to operational excellence is making a real and tangible difference across some of Ireland's most prominent facilities.

Explore the full list of winners at https://tinyurl.com/3ykf6jbs

08/06/2026

Congratulations to Dainagh McGee of Lidl Ireland and Lidl Northern Ireland on winning Rising Star in Operations at the 2026 Operational Excellence Awards! 🏆

Rapidly advancing to EHS Manager, Dainagh demonstrated exceptional cross-border leadership by simultaneously managing safety operations for Regional Distribution Centres in both Ireland and Northern Ireland, overseeing 111 stores while delivering a 13.9% accident reduction and maintaining 100% hygiene compliance.

Her outstanding achievements at such an early stage of her career make her a thoroughly deserving recipient of this recognition.

Explore the full list of winners at https://tinyurl.com/3ykf6jbs

05/06/2026

Congratulations to Denise Kennedy of LOCOMOTIVE Europe on winning Women in Operations at the 2026 Operational Excellence Awards! 🏆

Within just 18 months, Denise transformed EU operations by designing and implementing a bespoke Scrumban methodology that delivered exceptional sprint predictability, led a strategic systems integration driving significant quarterly revenue growth, and applied a coaching-first leadership approach that improved team utilisation while supporting multiple promotions and a genuine cultural transformation.

Her remarkable impact in a short space of time makes her a thoroughly deserving recipient of this recognition.

Explore the full list of winners at https://tinyurl.com/yf72dvds

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