Digital Transformation Driving E-Commerce Growth
Client OverviewLongRamps, a powersports equipment company, struggled with low web traffic, outdated digital presence, and high customer acquisition costs, limiting online sales growth. ChallengePoor product clarity, underperforming ads, and declining organic visibility led to low conversion rates and increased customer service burden. ApproachCatalyst Connection partnered with MainStreet Design to execute a phased website redesign and digital marketing strategy, including SEO optimization, paid ad restructuring, improved customer journeys, and advanced…
Read MoreBelleville International: Smart Machining for Precision and Unattended Production
Client OverviewBelleville International manufactures precision thrust bearing stacks and sought to reduce variation while meeting increasingly tight tolerance requirements—without adding headcount. ChallengeManual methods could not deliver the level of precision, real-time feedback, and process control required to consistently meet demanding specifications and customer expectations. ApproachThrough Catalyst Connection’s Digital Bridge program, Belleville implemented an integrated machine tending and automated inspection system combining CNC machining with Zeiss CMM measurement and SPC…
Read MoreSupply Chain Optimization Through Data-Driven Procurement
Client OverviewMEPPI, a Mitsubishi Electric Power Products company, sought to improve procurement reliability after identifying widespread delivery delays and inaccurate system lead times that disrupted planning and scheduling. ChallengeNearly half of purchase orders arrived outside acceptable delivery windows, while system-recorded lead times failed to reflect actual supplier performance. This created excess inventory, planning noise, and unreliable production forecasts. ApproachCatalyst Connection partnered with Fischgrund Consulting to conduct a two-part vendor…
Read MoreStrengthening Supervisory Communication and Leadership
Client OverviewSchroeder Industries is a leading manufacturer of fluid filtration and hydraulic system solutions. As production demands grew, leadership recognized a gap in people-management skills among frontline supervisors despite strong technical expertise. ChallengeSupervisors faced communication breakdowns, rising conflict, and inconsistent employee engagement. Many lacked formal training in coaching, accountability, and handling difficult conversations, impacting morale, productivity, and retention. ApproachCatalyst Connection delivered a customized onsite supervisory development program focused on…
Read MoreBuilding Internal Auditing Capability for AS9100 Certification
Client OverviewIGS Industries is a 120-employee manufacturer in Washington County serving aerospace and industrial markets with custom metal and non-metal components. As the company expanded into aerospace, leadership identified the need to meet AS9100 Rev D requirements and elevate quality practices across daily operations. ChallengeAS9100 certification introduced stricter documentation, aerospace-specific requirements, and a higher standard for internal auditing. IGS needed auditors who could confidently interpret the standard, conduct effective…
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