Each year the Vermont Council for Quality has an annual Recognition Ceremony to acknowledge the individuals and organizations who have participated in the Vermont Program for Performance Excellence. There are four levels of recognition. There is a sound, systematic approach, and fact-based improvement processes are in place in key areas.
Some gaps still exist in results measures.
Supporting documentation in the form of an expanded business overview that addresses the seven criteria is required. In the business overview, the applicant is expected to describe the processes and programs it has in place to drive performance excellence. They have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to quality relative to the Criteria. The Governor's Award recipient is considered a role model organization. The U.S. Senate Productivity Award is presented to the organization who has demonstrated the largest productivity gain over the previous year.