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Idea of the year – Stores Automated Self-Service Kiosk
In deliberating the nominations for this award the Estates Senior Management Team have considered the direct impact made to the department.
The Stores Automated Self-Service Kiosk was the initial idea of Gary Richardson. The original procedure for issuing stores materials was labour intensive and Gary foresaw a method of an automated process of creating an accurate and efficient method of material movement control. Working with Will Sonnen’s IT expertise the vision became a reality.
The Estates SMT agreed that the Stores Automated Self-Service Kiosk would receive the award for Idea of the Year, due to its innovation, fantastic team work and cost savings.
Initial Concept – Gary Richardson, Stores Manager
Creator of the Application and Software – Will Sonnen, Estates IT Systems Administrator
Design and build of the Electrical stand – Keith Margrave, Approved Plumber/Fitter
Design and Build of the Mechanical stand – Charlie Champion, Plumber/Fitter Apprentice