It is widely agreed that an organisation’s most valuable asset are people but it is difficult, time-consuming and very expensive for business owners to assemble all of the right skills and experience in a business to accelerate and manage professionalism, efficiency, growth, profits and so on in their business.
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Enhance your management decision-making with improved information systems, supported by our expert advisors.
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Irish Steel have gone a long way towards assembling a consulting and advisory team with a bank of knowledge and experience in the steel and manufacturing industry to help our members do just that – to accelerate their success! Our consultants can work whatever way suits you – daily or short term for small projects or medium to longer term engagements for more strategic projects.
Whether the objective is to help clients diversify to enter new markets, to develop and implement new production processes and quality systems, to enhance the information for management decision making or to identify cost-saving opportunities, the intent behind the investment in consultants is typically to increase revenue, lower costs, or both.
With the knowledge and experience that our team have amassed in the industry, engaging them can be looked upon as an investment rather than a cost – an investment that will deliver a return in the form of real and apparent value – optimised and accelerated results that will ultimately have a positive impact through the lasting benefits they will bring to your business which will ultimately increase your bottom-line profits.
Metalworking business leaders can tap into the skills of our experienced team of consultants to unlock their innovation and gain that elusive competitive edge – paving the way for true success!
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Hello everyone,
I’d like to begin this letter by expressing my immense pride and privilege in being the inaugural President of Irish Steel. Our organisation is dedicated to aiding SMEs in the metalwork fabrication and manufacturing industry across Ireland, aiming to fortify and advance their businesses. We are committed to supporting our members in enhancing their business performance and competitive edge by fostering connections for the exchange of knowledge, ideas, and experiences.
The term “Knowledge sharing” may seem abstract, but in the context of Irish Steel, it translates to empowering industry professionals to achieve success! Our focus is on aiding industry members in becoming more professional, profitable, connected, and organised.
My initial encounter with the benefits Irish Steel offers was in 2016 when I joined and was added by Pat to the WhatsApp group he established to connect fabricators nationwide. Shortly after joining, while on a job in Cork, we faced a shortage of 16 special bolts. Despite efforts, no supplier could fulfil our need. I reached out through the WhatsApp group, and remarkably, within hours, a fellow member whom I'd never met before drove over a hundred miles to assist me. This experience truly showcased the incredible potential of connecting individuals who share similar day-to-day challenges.
Such instances are a daily occurrence at Irish Steel, where the team actively provides practical support to its members.
The organisation experienced challenges during the Covid lockdowns, which impacted many people and businesses. However, Irish Steel has now reinvigorated itself, moving past the dark days of Covid. The Association is investing heavily, emerging stronger, more focused, and better than ever. I am honoured to be part of this team, which organised the first-ever awards ceremony tailored for the metalworking industry in Ireland. It was extraordinary to witness so many like-minded individuals gathered, celebrating achievements, and fostering business relationships. I eagerly anticipate the 2024 Irish Steel Awards Dinner & Gala Night.
Earlier, I mentioned the power of connections. Being allied with this team, benefiting from their knowledge, experience, and network, is something that industry members should earnestly consider.
Irish Steel is managed by industry veterans who have established a vast network of members, both domestically and internationally. They have also convened a cadre of technical and business expert consultants aligned with Irish Steel to serve our members. This team, proficient in steel fabrication, manufacturing, and various aspects of running successful manufacturing and contracting businesses, is dedicated to helping members reduce waste, avoid errors, prevent financial losses, build resilience, stimulate growth, innovate, ensure safety, comply with legal requirements, boost profits, diversify, innovate, and scale – the list is extensive.
Kind regards,
Fergus Naughton
2024 President of Irish Steel
