“The Greenfield Industrial Medal was established in 1991 by Professor Tony Greenfield (1931-2019), author and research consultant in business and industrial statistics. It is awarded every three years for outstanding contributions to the effective application of statistical methods to the manufacturing and allied industries.

The 2024 medal was awarded to Shirley Coleman from Newcastle University.  She has played a fundamental role in delivering impactful statistical solutions to a range of industrial sectors, including to the National Grid and for SMEs across the marine, utilities, automotive, social housing and service sectors.

The Business & Industry section was delighted to nominate Shirley for the 2024 medal.  In this 2 hour online event, BIS chair Nigel Marriott will chat with Shirley to find out more about how she delivered these impactful statistical solutions.  Using a mixture of discussion, presentation and Q&A, you hear Shirley’s thoughts on networking with companies, professionals and academics, working with businesses and the principles and practice of knowledge transfer to ensure clients can implement the solutions without Shirley holding their hand.”
 

1. Welcome
2. Introducing Shirley
3. What is the Greenfield Medal
4. Building your networks with companies, professionals and academics
5. Working with Businesses – 3 Case Studies
6. Transferring knowledge so businesses can apply what you provide without you holding their hand.
7. General Q&A