This award may be presented annually to an IEEE-SA individual member (who is also an IEEE member) who has made an extraordinary contribution to establishing the IEEE-SA as a world-class leader in standardization. Recognition consists of a crystal globe and certificate. There is no honorarium attached to this award.
Achieving acceptance of an SA standard for world-wide implementation, harmonizing an SA standard with international market requirements, interacting with national and international bodies to enhance their understanding of the breadth and strength of the SA standards program are but examples of promoting the world-class leadership goal. The International Award is to recognize an IEEE-SA member who whatever the venue or activity, has excelled in this endeavor.
The IEEE-SA Vision Statement:
To participate in the standards community as a world-class leader in the fields of electro- and information-technologies and sciences.
The IEEE-SA Mission Statement:
The IEEE-SA provides a standard program that serves the global needs of industry, government and the public. It also works to assure the effectiveness and high visibility of this standards program both within the IEEE and throughout the community.
Sponsored by: IEEE Standards Association, administered by the IEEE-SA Awards and Recognition Committee.
Nomination Deadline:
31 May 31 July 2008
Eligibility: No restrictions or preferences as to the nationality, race, sex, creed or age. The recipient must be an IEEE-SA member and IEEE member.
Suggested Location for Presentation of Award: The award is to be presented at the annual IEEE-SA Awards Ceremony. There is no funding from the IEEE-SA Board of Governors for the recipient for travel to or accommodations at the award venue.
For further information on the IEEE Standards Association International Award, look at subclause 5.2.1.2 of the IEEE Standards Association Operations Manual.
