Is your business growing or slowing? Even the most successful companies can face obstacles that can hinder or prevent growth but ultimately, it’s how you navigate your way through these minefields that can have the biggest impact on your business. But, when faced with an overwhelming number of routes to take, where do you start?
CAD+T has launched its own, independent consultancy brand. For over 30 years, the Austrian software developer has worked closely with furniture manufacturers to guide, support and develop new corporate practises and future-proof businesses across Europe. The introduction of its new consultancy brand takes it a step further, offering a fully comprehensive project management service that can help new and existing businesses restructure their entire production processes.
“Consultancy has always played a part in what we do,” says Martina Schwarz, CEO of CAD+T. “After all, we need to learn about a company and its practises before we are able to design the necessary software or specify the required hardware. However, we’ve never been in a position to help companies design and implement a brand new business plan or project manage an entire business strategy until now.”
“It’s the team’s job to identify areas of weakness and strength, develop strategies and successfully implement new process, work flows, structures and systems”
The process begins with a free digital check that offers both sides a better understanding of each other and an opportunity to discuss the specialist support needed. Martina explains, “We begin every job with a blank piece of paper and three questions: Where is the company now? Where does it want to be? And, how can we get the results it wants in the short, mid and long term?”
She continues, “It’s the team’s job to identify areas of weakness and strength, develop strategies and successfully implement new process, work flows, structures and systems. It might even involve the sourcing of new machinery, hardware and software from other providers (not just CAD+T) or recruit, train and develop new staff.”
The length of each project can vary, from a matter of weeks to years, depending on the level of investment required. “That’s why we have a long-term commitment to our clients,” says Martina. “We work closely with them to complete each stage of the plan and overcome the operational, technical and human challenges we may face along the way. We also work closely with them to secure international funding and national and regional grants wherever possible.
“During COVID, we helped a number of customers when their backs were against the wall. Now, we’re facing a new challenge. In Germany alone, 40% of manufacturing companies will be entering their next generation in the next five years. This could mean a wave of uncertainty and disruption or for those ahead of the curve and already implementing a new approach to business, it could mean a competitive edge over the competition. If you’re looking to future-proof your business and take advantage of a changing market, we’d love to hear from you.”
For more information, contact CAD+T or meet the team on stand H70 at the Materials & Surfaces Show.
