Research Article

An EFQM-Fuzzy Network Data Envelopment Analysis Model for Efficiency Assessment in Organizations

Table 2

Criteria and subcriteria in the EFQM excellence model.

CriteriaSubcriteriaNotation

Leadership1a. Leaders develop the mission, values, and ethics and act as role models
1b. Leaders define, monitor, review, and drive the improvement of the organization’s management system and performance
1c. Leaders engage with external stakeholders
1d. Leaders reinforce a culture of excellence with the organization’s people
1e. Leaders ensure that the organization is flexible and manage change effectively

Strategy2a. Strategy is based on understanding the needs and expectations of both stakeholders and the external environment
2b. Strategy is based on understanding internal performance and capabilities
2c. Strategy and supporting policies are developed, reviewed, and updated
2d. Strategy and supporting policies are communicated, implemented, and monitored

People3a. People’s plans support the organization’s strategy
3b. People’s knowledge and capabilities are developed
3c. People are aligned, involved, and empowered
3d. People communicate effectively throughout the organization
3e. People are rewarded, recognized, and cared for

Partnerships and resources4a. Partners and suppliers are managed for sustainable benefit
4b. Finances are managed to secure sustained success
4c. Buildings, equipment, materials, and natural resources are managed in a sustainable way
4d. Technology is managed to support the delivery of strategy
4e. Information and knowledge are managed to support effective decision-making and to build the organization’s capability

Processes, products & services5a. Processes are designed and managed to optimize stakeholder value
5b. Products and services are developed to create optimum value for customer
5c. Products and services are effectively promoted and marketed
5d. Products and services are produced, delivered, and managed
5e. Customer relationships are managed and enhanced

Customer results6a. Perception measures
6b. Performance indicators

People results7a. Perception measures
7b. Performance indicators

Society results8a. Perception measures
8b. Performance indicators

Key performance results9a. Key performance outcomes
9b. Key performance indicators