{"id":69,"date":"2018-07-03T14:32:03","date_gmt":"2018-07-03T12:32:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wp7.ipk.fraunhofer.de\/?page_id=69"},"modified":"2025-04-02T22:31:39","modified_gmt":"2025-04-02T20:31:39","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.globalbenchmarking.org\/","title":{"rendered":"Home"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"221\" data-end=\"273\">Welcome to the Global Benchmarking Network<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"275\" data-end=\"659\">The <strong data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"316\">Global Benchmarking Network (GBN)<\/strong> is a worldwide alliance of leading benchmarking organizations united by a shared vision: to promote and facilitate the use of benchmarking and the exchange of best practices across industries and regions. As a global community, we are committed to helping organizations improve their performance by learning from the best\u2014and becoming better.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"\" data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"664\" \/>\n<div style=\"text-align: center;\">\n<div style=\"width: 750px;\" class=\"wp-video\"><video class=\"wp-video-shortcode\" id=\"video-69-1\" width=\"750\" height=\"529\" preload=\"metadata\" controls=\"controls\"><source type=\"video\/mp4\" src=\"https:\/\/www.globalbenchmarking.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/What-is-Benchmarking.mp4?_=1\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.globalbenchmarking.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/What-is-Benchmarking.mp4\">https:\/\/www.globalbenchmarking.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/What-is-Benchmarking.mp4<\/a><\/video><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1261\"><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1261\">The Value of Best Practices<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1442\">Benchmarking focuses on uncovering <strong data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1316\">best practices<\/strong>\u2014proven methods and strategies that deliver outstanding results. But how do we validate and apply these practices effectively?<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1472\">At GBN, we work together to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"2015\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1550\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1550\"><strong data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1502\">Validate best practices<\/strong> through structured, evidence-based assessments.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1645\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1645\"><strong data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1581\">Make insights accessible<\/strong> by sharing benchmarking knowledge in practical, usable formats.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1751\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1751\"><strong data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1672\">Encourage innovation<\/strong>, not imitation\u2014benchmarking inspires new solutions rather than simple copying.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1870\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1754\" data-end=\"1870\"><strong data-start=\"1754\" data-end=\"1782\">Ensure measurable impact<\/strong>, by helping organizations evaluate and share the benefits of their improvement efforts.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"2015\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"2015\"><strong data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"1915\">Leverage technology and human networks<\/strong>, using digital tools for discovery and face-to-face engagement for deep learning and collaboration.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr class=\"\" data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2020\" \/>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"2022\" data-end=\"2068\">Benchmarking as a Driver of Transformation<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2182\">Benchmarking is applicable across all levels\u2014operational, tactical, and strategic. It is especially powerful in:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2183\" data-end=\"2400\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2183\" data-end=\"2271\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2185\" data-end=\"2271\">Identifying improvement potential in business processes and organizational structures.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2272\" data-end=\"2324\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2274\" data-end=\"2324\">Supporting strategic planning and decision-making.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2325\" data-end=\"2400\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2327\" data-end=\"2400\">Reinforcing competitiveness, even for small and medium-sized enterprises.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2402\" data-end=\"2541\">Benchmarking is most effective when applied <strong data-start=\"2446\" data-end=\"2492\">consistently, integrally, and continuously<\/strong>\u2014as part of a culture of excellence and learning.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"\" data-start=\"2543\" data-end=\"2546\" \/>\n<h3 class=\"\" data-start=\"2548\" data-end=\"2577\">Join Our Global Community<\/h3>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2579\" data-end=\"2615\">Through GBN, members gain access to:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2821\">\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2687\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2618\" data-end=\"2687\">A trusted international network of benchmarking experts and partners.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2688\" data-end=\"2739\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2690\" data-end=\"2739\">Practical tools, methodologies, and case studies.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"\" data-start=\"2740\" data-end=\"2821\">\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2742\" data-end=\"2821\">Opportunities to participate in collaborative benchmarking projects and events.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2823\" data-end=\"2978\">Whether you&#8217;re just starting your benchmarking journey or looking to take it to the next level, GBN is here to support your path to performance excellence.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" data-start=\"2980\" data-end=\"3022\"><strong data-start=\"2980\" data-end=\"3022\">Together, we learn. 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