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An independent panel of analysts from AMR Research judged nominees in the categories of supply chain improvements, return on investment, and depth and breadth. Finalists for the global award were named in May 2009 and included Essar Steel NV, Lenovo and Maxim Integrated Products in the Depth and Breadth category, Fairchild Semiconductor, Whirlpool Corp. and Woolworths in the Innovation category, and Incitec Pivot, Kimberly-Clark and SanDisk Corp. in the Return on Investment category.

"In times of economic uncertainty, excellence in supply chain management is critical to a company's success. Essar Steel, Fairchild Semiconductor and Kimberly-Clark have made improvements to their supply chains that have delivered real value to their companies," said Hiten Varia, executive vice president, Global Customer Operations and chief customer officer, i2. "We offer our congratulations to this year's winners. Their commitment to driving value through their supply chains is a fitting tribute to Ken Sharma's legacy."

"A focus on supply chain innovation and operations can help companies better manage the increasing complexity, volatile demand and shrinking global markets of today's business environment. The winners of this year's Ken Sharma Award have a good grasp of what it takes to compete in this environment, using supply chain management to help give them a competitive advantage," said Noha Tohamy, research director at AMR Research. "We were impressed by the applicants and offer them our congratulations."

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