Entry form 2014 Best Newcomer Organisation As a newcomer to the IIP Framework (accredited for the first time in the last three years) you will be able to demonstrate significant impact in how your organisation operates as a result of achieving IIP accreditation. You may have a particular issue that needed to be addressed or you may have needed to revise your overall company strategy. This award will recognise the organisation that has achieved immediate tangible benefits since being accredited, and can demonstrate a clear strategy for future growth. Criteria: You must have been accredited for the first time after 31st January 2011You can have any level of accreditation – Standard, Bronze, Silver or Gold You must be based in the UK. Your name Job title Organisation name Organisation address Phone number Name of Specialist Date of last accreditation Current accreditation level (Standard/Bronze/Silver/Gold) The Business Driver Please describe why you decided to work with IiP; outline what you specifically wanted to achieve from working with IiP; what impact did you want it to have on your business? This box is restricted to 250 words The People Priorities Please detail the people practices that you wanted to improve or build upon; why were these important to you at this stage? This box is restricted to 250 words The IiP Framework Please explain how you used the IiP Framework to develop, implement and evaluate a plan to achieve the above changes and improve your organisation This box is restricted to 500 words Best Newcomer Organisation Investors in People Awards | 2 The Impact Please demonstrate the impact that these changes had on your organisation; provide examples of quantifiable, measurable performance improvements, and any other benefits achieved as a result. This box is restricted to 250 words The Transformation Please provide an example of one aspect of your organisation that you believe has truly transformed as a result of using the IiP Framework; include why you have chosen this example, the extent of the change and the long-term benefit this will have on your organisation This box is restricted to 350 words The Future Please outline your plans for continuing to work with IiP in the future. This box is restricted to 150 words Nomination The statements made in this entry are true and can be supported through further evidence if requested. Signed on behalf of organisation Date Once you are happy with this entry, you need to formally submit it at www.investorsinpeopleawards.com Please remember the closing date for entries is 31st March 2014! Best Newcomer Organisation Investors in People Awards | 3