This edition examines the latest developments in operational excellence, highlighting the individuals and organisations driving measurable improvements. 

Entries for the Operational Excellence Awards 2026 remain open until 23 January 2026. To look back at the standard set earlier this year, 'Sarah Fay Wins Operations Manager / COO of the Year at the Operational Excellence Awards 2025' recognises leadership that delivers tangible results across complex operational environments.

On the organisational front, 'KES Group advances operational excellence through Siemens partnership' demonstrates the impact of strategic collaborations in elevating manufacturing capability, scalability, and precision for global data centre power solutions. The integration of world-class technology alongside operational expertise sets a benchmark for efficiency and reliability in highly specialised sectors.

Meanwhile, 'APR expands operational excellence through global creative operations hires' illustrates how talent acquisition and structured operational leadership contribute to transformative outcomes in marketing production and creative operations. By embedding global expertise, APR strengthens process efficiency, decision-making, and delivery at scale.

These stories reflect a common theme: operational excellence increasingly combines people, technology, and strategy to drive productivity and measurable outcomes. Explore how operational excellence is being redefined across sectors and learn from these benchmarks.