How to Nudge towards Continuous Sustainable Improvement: The ABCs of Productivity Award

Abstract

Abstract This study addresses the redesign of a productivity award in the value chain, aiming to provide a comprehensive strategic framework for organizations dedicated to excellence. A notable challenge is identified in the absence of industry-specific models tailored to sector characteristics. In response, the ABCs of Productivity Award is introduced to catalyze sustainable continual improvement in value chains. The research utilizes methodological synthesis, incorporating a comprehensive case analysis across three structured phases. The first phase explores key success factors and conducts a methodical comparative assessment of the current productivity evaluation system against international and national models. This phase lays the foundational bedrock for enhancements in the next phase, involving different focus group deliberations. Informed by insights from the investigative phase, these sessions contribute to preliminary adjustments, forming a blueprint for transformative development. The third phase encompasses a diligent tripartite validation process, involving qualitative, quantitative, and pilot study components. The culmination reveals the scientific meticulous construction of the ABCs of Productivity Award, could be benchmarked in every single industry to create sustainable value while considering various issues that involve different stakeholders. This methodology has been applied to develop national award of Iran’ mining industry and the potential deficits are adjusted in this way and make it efficacious for benchmarking.