Company Background: Stanmore Quality Surfacing Ltd (SQS) is a leading provider of reinstatement and highways maintenance services. Established in 1995, the company boasts a skilled workforce of over 500 employees across London and the South East of England. Known for its dedication to quality, SQS has earned a reputable position in the industry over the years.
The Challenge: SQS faced a considerable challenge with the CITB Levy system, which became a financial strain due to the disproportionate Levy payments against the grants received. The complexity of the grant application process further exacerbated the issue, hindering their ability to benefit fully from the available funding for training and development.
The Solution: In pursuit of a resolution, SQS joined forces with CPS, a consultancy adept at navigating the CITB Levy landscape. This strategic partnership aimed to realign SQS’s internal processes with the CITB Levy’s opportunities, ensuring a more efficient grant application procedure and increased financial returns.
Digital Transformation: Through this collaboration, SQS enhanced its administrative infrastructure, optimizing workflows to better manage and track grant applications and training programs. This shift towards a more streamlined operation allowed for more effective use of the CITB Levy.
Skills Development: With improved grant funding, SQS was able to invest more in its employees’ skills development, ensuring that their workforce remained at the forefront of industry standards and techniques. This focus on training ensured that SQS maintained its edge in a competitive market.
The Outcome and Testimonials:
The initiative proved to be a resounding success. SQS saw a significant increase in the amount of CITB Levy grants received, effectively subsidizing their training expenses. Frank Dalton, Financial Director, and Mick Borner, Operations and Technical Training Manager, both commended CPS for their instrumental role in this achievement.
In Conclusion: SQS’s journey exemplifies the importance of strategic partnerships and the willingness to adapt administrative practices for financial sustainability. By leveraging expert consultancy services, SQS optimized its Levy utilization, reinforced its commitment to workforce development, and strengthened its standing as an industry leader in reinstatement and highways maintenance services.
