“The employees of C.W. Thomas, a close knit group of shop and office people, have known each other for years.  New employees are welcomed into the “Family” based on their dedication, skills and enthusiasm. This award recognizes the achievements and brand of C.W. Thomas and all of its employees in the market.” – John Vigna, C.W. Thomas

Finding yourself in an unfamiliar industry that has not changed in over 50 years and facing a down economy, what can two experienced high tech executives do?                         

Start by reengineering the entire supply chain to include all of their suppliers and all of their current and new customers.  And in the process create a mutual understanding and appreciation for the respective business entities in such a way that the various models work together to realize efficiencies and develop an effective sustainable framework for mutual success.

Launching this approach, the company has realized startling results in less than two years, driving revenue growth exceeding 20% compounded, growing the employee population by 40% and dramatically improving working conditions and output throughout the plant.

And along the way, they have garnered major contracts with global airlines and manufacturers, Japanese train manufacturers, and Retail Security providers, established a growing footprint with medical and electronic instrument manufacturers, and developed international customer relations in Germany, Ireland and Japan. 

Yes, C.W. Thomas has extended their brand of quality in manufacturing engineering, mold design and production and superior thermo form plastic manufacturing and assembly to become a highly regarded and respected partner with the major product manufacturers of the world. Their customers include Fortune 100 industry leaders in the transportation and aerospace sector, the medical and diagnostics industry and providers of precision calibration electronic instrumentation, measurement and testing equipment.

And they are not finished; they are partnering with these global companies in assisting in the enhanced engineering and design of next generation products, refining their manufacturing to drive even more efficiency and continue to work on product enhancements that improve capability while lowering costs.

But let’s not forget the inherent value of C.W. Thomas – the employees are where this company really excels. With a core group of dedicated and experienced people, that enjoy their work, they are focused on making the company the very best. They are training the next generation to continue with that tradition and expand the level of camaraderie while improving and refining their work efforts. 

The Leadership Vision, in spite of a lingering sluggish economy, is to continue with a high quality growth path, to increase engineering and manufacturing capability and capacity, and to attract capable employees and next generation engineers and technicians that will lead in the next steps to further success.

To learn more about C.W. Thomas, visit www.cwthomas.com.

C.W. Thomas, will be presented with the Manufacturer of the Year award at the 28th annual Excellence Awards on November 18. The award is sponsored by the Delaware Valley Industrial Resource Center. For more information or to register, click here.