51 manufacturing SMEs target innovative growth with digital transformation workshops

Co-founders Karen Cunningham and Simon Edwards said: "We are in the process of scaling up the business. Adopting the right technologies at the right time is pertinent to that journey. We are optimistic about what the Made Smarter programme can offer us and look forward to helping co-create a digital roadmap with its team of advisers."

Pauline Cadwell, Financial and Procurement Manager, said: "As part of Bamford’s growth strategy we wanted to look at all areas of our business to improve efficiencies and productivity whilst maintaining the highest levels of quality and service.

"We signed up to Made Smarter's digital transformation workshop to identify any investment that is needed in digital technology to maximise operational efficiency.

"We found the process engaging and very interesting. The workshop covers all areas and the processes involved in workflow. This gave us a clearer vision and full focus on what is needed. We now have a detailed digital roadmap that enables Bamford’s to plan moving forward a more digitised approach giving the efficiencies needed in a sustainable way."

Ben Allan, Creative Director, said: "The digital transformation workshop helped identify systems and processes that could be improved to help drive the success of the business. "These ranged from continuous improvement methods through to reviewing and introducing new management processes. Made Smarter also helped create a roadmap that will guide the company towards achieving some of its goals, specifically associated with digitalisation."

Sarah Poynter, Operations Manager, who has also signed up to the Made Smarter Leadership Programme, said: "Arden Dies has been at the forefront of innovation and technology adoption but recognises the need for continuous improvement in its processes and its people. We are delighted to be working with Made Smarter to develop digital transformation as part of our business strategy."