British Quality Foundation

The British Quality Foundation (BQF) is an independent, not-for-profit corporate membership organisation and was founded by the Department for Trade and Industry and UK business leaders in 1993.

British Quality Foundation (BQF)
Company typeNot-for-profit
FoundedLondon, UK (1993)
Key people
The Princess Royal (Patron), Karen Leftley (President)
Websitewww.bqf.org.uk

The BQF's Patron is The Princess Royal and the current president is Karen Leftley.

Membership

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BQF's members range from leading international companies to small firms and public sector bodies. Membership can be for a whole organisation, a division, a department or even a single unit, and there are different categories of membership depending on the size of organisation (Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum) and the level of service and benefits required. Members get benefits including virtual best practice events and workshops, as well as face-to-face networking events.

Products and services

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BQF provides support to organisations with a range of performance improvement products and services that include awards, certification, conferences, networking opportunities, training and workshops.

BQF also provides a range of training and certifications to corporates


References

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  • Kelly, John M. (2004). The Excellence Model. London: British Standards Institution. ISBN 978-0-580-42282-9.
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