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Elite Systems Integrators Inc. (ESI) is a leading network integrator to organizations across the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia and Mexico.
ESI specializes in delivering network infrastructure and information worker solutions and outsourcing solutions for small, medium and large enterprise businesses. Its team of engineers and industry experts provides project management, implementation, integration and 24/7/365 support for line of business and operational systems. The company prides itself on unparalleled technical expertise and remarkable customer service, core competencies and customer references that are independently verified by Microsoft.
Since its inception five years ago, ESI has grown its business by almost 1,000 percent by assisting organizations in the areas of medical records, finance, human resources, facilities management, research and development, production, purchasing, logistics, supply chain management, property management and hospitality.
Internally, ESI has instituted sustainable practices that have resulted in significant savings for the company and allow it to deliver more timely and efficient service to its clients. These include investments in hardware and software; establishing standards to manage computer power consumption; purchasing infrastructure with the most energy-efficient technology on the market; allowing employees to telecommute whenever feasible; use of mobile technology; use of live meetings ant teleconferencing tools; and active membership in the Climate Savers Computing Initiative.
ESI's mission is to deliver personalized IT services, provided by certified professionals who are dedicated to clients' success. Its vision is to be known as the IT partner with a passion for creating value for its clients, employees and the communities in which they live and work; and for fostering a satisfying and positive client experience.
Dana L. Gibson was appointed President of National University in July 2007. Previously, she was Vice President for Business and Finance at Southern Methodist University, and Vice Chancellor for Administration and Finance at the University of Colorado at Denver. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Texas at Arlington.
Companies and organizations of all sizes are eligible to apply, including for-profits, notfor- profits, publics, and privates. Peak Performing Organizations will be evaluated in five areas (please see the attached application):
The fact that individuals can experience momentary periods of superior performance on demand suggests that each of us has the potential to perform beyond normal expectations. Commonly referred to as peak performance, this ability to function at a heightened level at will for extended periods of time has long fascinated sports psychologists, scientists and academicians.
A more recent application of this concept has been logically extended to entire organizations that are capable of achieving peak performance. These peak performing organizations have the ability to sustain long-term performance that maximizes the potential of the individuals in the company as well as the overall organization.
The characteristics of peak performing organizations are not currently captured by established recognition awards. While it is true that peak performing organizations are by definition grounded in ethics and integrity, to be a truly great place to work, sustained excellence involves having the ability to perform these functions at a superior level for extended periods of time.
Several models have been developed that explain the factors associated with peak performing organizations. Now, for the first time, these factors have been incorporated into the criteria for the National University Peak Performance Award.