Allweld Manufacturing
We had the horsepower for growth but needed more structure in our operations. BDC helped us produce a clear roadmap and a communication plan to engage our employees to make continuous improvements.
Greg Pocock
Owner
Has built a reputation for producing the industry’s highest quality tanks
About the company
Builds and installs aluminum systems for transportation of flammable liquids or low hazard chemicals. Also manufactures tanks and trailers, and provides service, repair, inspection and certification services.
Location: Kamloops, British Columbia
Industry: Aluminum tank manufacturing
Entrepreneur challenge
To best support its escalating growth, the company wanted to update its operations management structure and processes. The owner was looking to increase efficiency and productivity, as well as improve communications to motivate his team to make tangible changes that would deliver results.
BDC expertise
BDC’s experts first assessed the company’s existing operations management practices and tools, as well as processes to identify bottlenecks and opportunities for increased efficiencies. BDC also evaluated the firm’s communications structure and performance management, and provided coaching through workshops to implement prioritized improvements.
Results
- Now has robust operational framework
- Established a common vision and action plan
- Engaged and empowered workforce
- Developed KPIs and a dashboard
- Streamlined processes
- Implemented a non-conformance report to ensure compliance
- Developed a company-wide communications structure