The MPEA program serves to support Maryland organizations in their continuous improvement efforts. It recognizes and spotlights role model organizations whose performance is worthy of emulation. Since 1997, Maryland’s awards program has been based on the Baldrige Criteria for Performance Excellence, a national standard for excellence, administered by the National Institute for Standards and...
Joppa, MD March, 2009—The real-life, whimsical photography of Lisa Jane is now available on personal checks, self-adhesive address labels, personal contact cards, and a leather checkbook cover from The Check Gallery. Check Gallery is America’s earth-friendly check printer. Because it prides itself on this fact, Check Gallery offers a vast assortment of check designs and banking accessories that...
Scenic beauty and artful expression are at the heart of Artistic Check designs. To add to this collection, Artistic Checks is introducing the “Dog Days” check design, featuring the artwork of Tomoyo Pitcher of Paws Greetings. Over twenty top dog breeds are featured against natural landscapes to show a love and appreciation for both dogs and nature. On February 23, 2009, Artistic Checks launched...
Through its Masterpiece Collection, Artistic Checks has been able to showcase the artwork of many well-known artists on checks and other banking accessories. Artistic Checks continues to expand its assortment of Masterpiece personal checks with the addition of Jim Shore’s seasonal angels. Artistic Checks is thrilled to have the work of such a talented artist on its personal banking products. Jim...
Identity Checks truly has the ability to appeal to every customer that comes to the website. With over ten different design categories to choose from, each consumer’s favorite interest, hobby, breed of dog, or university can be featured on his personal checks and other personal or banking accessories. The addition of the “University of Louisville®” product suite will not only expand the...
Custom Direct has presented the Team Excellence Award to project or process improvement teams for three years. Receiving this award is the highest honor that an employee can receive while working at Custom Direct. Teams are eligible for this award if they have completed a specific project or process improvement that supports an organizational strategic objective. If the team has met these...
Joppa, MD January, 2009—As a regular presence at the Affiliate Summits, both East and West, 4Checks was elated to be a finalist for the “Exceptional Merchant†Pinnacle Award. While the company did not win the award, Affiliate Marketing Manager, Kathy Viau, and her associate, Tatiana DiSalvo, were thrilled to have been nominated and made into the top three candidates. 4Checks.com has been a...
In 2006, when Custom Direct decided to strive for World Class status, one of its first initiatives was to become a lean company. In order to do this, Custom Direct began using Baldrige criteria for Performance Excellence and Lean Manufacturing techniques as road maps in addition to having employees attend annual conferences held by the Association for Manufacturing Excellence. The AME is a non...
Classic Checks is known for check designs that sponsor important causes. From designs that feature the Defenders of Wildlife to those that support The National Breast Cancer Association, Classic Checks offers personal checks that sponsor charitable organizations. With checks printed for so many causes, the new Make-A-Wish Foundation personal checks will fit right into the existing assortment. The...
Identity Checks is known for its wide variety of check designs that includes a little bit of everything. With designs for hobbies, international destinations, universities, and more, Identity Checks appeals to a large selection of customers. The addition of the new “Endless Summer†check design, which features the artwork of Paul Brent, will expand the existing assortment and fit right into...