2004 Circle of Excellence Award Winner - Dell

Dell was granted the esteemed 2004 Circle of Excellence Award for excellence in reverse logistics in the computer industry.

The Circle of Excellence Award was presented to Fred Montoya, Vice President of Fulfillment at Dell. The distinguished ceremony was held aboard the beautiful Odyssey in scenic Chicago, IL, on Wednesday, May 19, 2004.

As a recognized symbol of quality, the Circle of Excellence Award is presented by the Distribution, Business Management Association (DBM) to leading companies in various industries.  The recipients represent the highest standards of quality and technology, providing a model and goal for all businesses. The Circle of Excellence Award recognizes the important attributes and characteristics of Consistency, Integrity, Responsibility, Commitment, Leadership, and Excellence, which the people in the organization exhibit and uphold.

DBM presents this award to one company each year that represents excellence and a strong commitment to the environment. The award recipient is chosen from an international panel of judges from the top universities and associations.

Dell was founded in 1984 by Michael Dell, the computer industry's longest-tenured chief executive officer, on a simple concept: that by selling computer systems directly to customers, Dell could best understand their needs and efficiently provide the most effective computing solutions to meet those needs. Headquartered in Round Rock, Texas, Dell is a premier provider of products and services required for customers worldwide to build their information-technology and Internet infrastructures.

One clear and consistent focus has driven Dell's rise and success in becoming the world's leading computer systems company: To meet and exceed the requirements of customers - large and small - across the world. The same focus on business efficiencies and customer satisfaction helps drive Dell's environmental stewardship program to conserve product energy consumption, reduce or eliminate materials for disposal, prolong product life span and provide effective and convenient equipment recovery solutions. By streamlining business steps and processes, Dell minimizes stress on the environment while achieving speed, responsiveness and cost savings that are passed along to customers.

Dell's vision is to create a company culture where environmental excellence is second nature. Our mission is to fully integrate environmental stewardship into the business of providing quality products, best-in-class services, and the best customer experience at the best value.

Dell is committed to managing its growth and interacting with the community in ways that make sense for the environment and help to ensure its communities maintain an attractive quality of life.  An integral part of Dell's environmental commitment is the time and financial support given by the company and employees to environmental organizations. Dell sponsors programs to increase environmental awareness both inside and outside the company.

EPA "Plug Into Recycling" - Dell is a partner with the Environmental Protection Agency on a U. S. campaign to encourage Americans to reuse or recycle their used electronics.

National Cristina Foundation - Through the U. S. Consumer recycling program, Dell Recycling, Dell has partnered with the National Cristina Foundation to help America's disabled and economically disadvantaged children and adults get the gift of technology

Dell TechKnow - Dell TechKnow is Dell's first national program launched that uses technology training and the promise of a student-built computer to keep middle school students in school and focused on their grades

America Recycles Day - On November 15, 2002 Dell helped commemorate America Recycles Day by participating in an event in Washington, D.C., accepting computers and electronics for recycling.

Earth Share of Texas - Dell employees contribute to Earth Share of Texas, driving Dell's annual workplace giving campaign

Employees - Throughout the year, Dell and its employees support various environmental organizations and activities such as the Japan Wildlife Conservation society, Keep Austin Beautiful, Earth Day celebrations, the Texas Recycling Summit, Clean Air, American Lung Association and the Nature Conservancy of Texas.