About the Distinguished Service Award

Purpose & Background
The purpose of the award and the background (year established, for what reason, by whom, etc?)
15%

Award Criteria
The criteria upon which the award is based (tables may be of assistance here to support your text)
20%

Benefits of the Award
The description of the benefits to the organization from applying for the award (Include pros and cons of the award in this section as well).
20%

Past Winners
Past winners of the quality award (include an overview of what it did for them)
15%

Conclusion
Your synopsis on whether the quality award process would work in your company
15% (I work for at&t)

References
Please make sure that you provide your sources and references in your submission (minimum 2-3 sources, at least one of which is NOT from the Internet or primary textbook)
10%

Spelling/Grammar
Use a spell-checker and proof-read your work (after a brief pause from writing to bring a refreshed set of eyes to your thoughts)
5%