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Case Studies

We help our clients mitigate disruptions during labor disputes and challenges by helping to create a powerful Business Continuity Plan that meets their objectives. Our staffing and consulting expertise has helped numerous companies across multiple industries meet their business goals and avoid work stoppages and shutdowns. Strom takes great pride in supporting our clients’ facilities efficiently and profitably—while assisting our clients in reaching equitable contracts. Explore our real-world case studies to see the Strom difference.

Strike Staffing

Strom made me look good. This work stoppage came up very quickly, and they were able to turn around on a dime and get the replacements in within two days. Our local facility was initially quite resistant to bringing in “outsiders,” as they may not “fit in” from a cultural standpoint. This concern quickly evaporated and the general manager observed that, in many instances, the Strom employees were superior to (the union) workforce. Because we were able to ramp up quickly on production and quality, it sent the right signals to both customers and employees.

Wayne

Machine Manufacturing

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Workforce Supplied During Months-Long Mining Company Strike

Strom deployed highly skilled maintenance personnel, welders, heavy equipment operators, and production personnel to the client’s metal mining and smelting operations during a labor dispute. Strom deployed several hundred workers, in the most arduous conditions, who worked and produced well above the established standards. This project continued until a contract was ratified and for several months beyond, due to a shortage of returning workers. Our client successfully leveraged our services to obtain an equitable contract ratification.

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Created Successful Strike Contingency Plan for East Coast Grocery Chain

Strom assisted in planning for a large-scale distribution operation anticipating a labor dispute. Strom helped with all facets of operations including a review of logistics, security, and staffing. Prior to engaging Strom, this client had unsuccessfully attempted to develop a number of strike contingency plans. This client credits Strom as the differentiating factor in this project’s success.

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Seamless Workforce and Cross Dock Services for Truck Manufacturer

When one of the nation’s largest truck manufacturers was recently threatened with a strike, Strom not only provided manufacturing personnel at plants during the labor disruption, but also secured, staffed, and operated multiple cross-docks across North America to handle the load from our client’s picketed parts distribution centers. Customers continued to be seamlessly supplied with spare parts, and operations continued to receive inventory due to Strom’s complete knowledge of handling logistics during a labor disruption.

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Planned For and Operated Food Manufacturing Plant During 4-Month Strike

Strom provided over 200 personnel to keep operations running during a 4-month strike. Strom Project Managers and Coordinators participated in several planning sessions throughout the course of the strike, working with the company leadership to identify the right talent in a complex operational environment.

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Delivered Workforce on Short Notice for Container Manufacturer

Strom supplied a managed workforce on short notice, in order to run facilities for new management after experiencing labor issues at a newly purchased facility. Strom reached operational goals and rapidly transitioned the workforce to local employees.

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Set Quality and Production Records for Agricultural Equipment Manufacturer

Strom employees set numerous quality and production records at our client’s operations. Our client’s confidence in Strom prompted the launch of a new product line during the strike. Strom significantly exceeded expected product output at previously unheard-of quality ratings. Strom’s planning and support successfully helped to avoid a work stoppage at other client locations. Our client effectively utilized Strom’s successful performance during a previous strike as negotiating leverage.

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Achieved Regular Production with Half the Workforce for Vinyl Manufacturer

Strom achieved normal, planned production on the ninth day of the strike using a labor force that numbered half that of the union. Productivity peaked at 262% in the following weeks, with a defect rate of 0%.

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Provided 400+ Professionals During 3-Month Strike for Large Helicopter Manufacturer

Strom provided over 400 skilled temporary workers during a 3-month strike that allowed our client to keep operations running providing leverage and allowing them to ratify a fair and equitable contract.

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Deployed A&P Mechanics During Labor Strife for Military Fleet Services Company

Strom deployed licensed A&P mechanics during labor strife to support the military helicopter fleet. Soon after arriving, our workforce successfully supported our client until the union’s return.

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Successfully Operated 9 Tire Manufacturer Facilities for 3+ Months

Strom operated nine struck facilities performing all aspects of tire building including providing maintenance personnel. Our workforce successfully operated for 14 weeks, providing leverage in obtaining a reasonable contract.

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Large Engine Assembly Facility Saved from Strike—With Increased Output

After a large engine assembly facility went on strike, Strom provided all temporary replacement personnel. Output and quality both increased while Strom personnel operated the plant.

Choose Strom to Handle Strike Staffing and Recruit a Stronger Workforce.

Contingency Planning & Consulting

Strom Engineering’s knowledge and foresight into our potential labor dispute gave the company an opportunity to concentrate on running the business throughout the negotiating process. It allowed our associates to have a level of confidence that we could operate the plant regardless of the outcome of the labor dispute.

Mark L

Printing Company

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Provided Strong Guidance and Contingency Plan for Power Company

Strom provided guidance on all aspects of the client’s contingency plan that helped them leverage its position and negotiate a fair and reasonable contract. Strom’s experience in providing power generation and distribution personnel in previous strike situations enabled our client to negotiate with increased confidence.

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Planned and Operated Multiple Airplane Manufacturer Projects

Involved in multiple projects requiring significant planning to achieve desired results. Strom has supplied CDL Drivers, Boiler Operators, Welders, ARFFs, Firefighters, and more on projects.

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Trained and Deployed 1,000+ FAA-Certified Mechanics for Airline Company

Strom deployed over 1,000 of FAA-certified mechanics, to replace the striking bargaining unit. The replacement workforce was pre-deployed and successfully trained in fleet familiarization months in advance of contract expiration; these classes were audited by FAA inspectors. In large part due to the skillset of our workforce and the training they received during pre-deployment, on-time departures remained at normal levels overall and actually improved in many instances.

Choose Strom for Expert Contingency Planning and Consulting.

Temporary Staffing & Recruiting

We have sincerely enjoyed our relationship with Strom Engineering over the last two years as we’ve focused on business continuity for our distribution, manufacturing and security operations. Strom Engineering is made up of a team of incredibly experienced professionals who provided us with education, focus and results.

John

Food & Grocery

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Managed and Staffed Restart Using 60% of Workforce for Agricultural Equipment Parts Distribution Center

Strom managed and staffed a cold restart of the largest parts distribution center in the client’s company. Strom ramped up quickly in response to the busy springtime season, using approximately 60% of the personnel ordinarily doing the work. As a result, Strom maximized labor capacity and cut labor costs.

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Set Unmatched Production Record for Steel Company

Strom set a production record on our client’s hot-dip galvanizing line, which has been unmatched in the 49-year history of operation. Strom employees were operating the client’s largest facility 10 out of 12 months during a year of record net sales.

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Supported Demand Increase with 100+ Workers for Clothing Manufacturer

When our client, a national clothing manufacturer and distributor, experienced an overwhelming increase in demand, they called us. Strom deployed a managed workforce of 100+ workers for 3-4 months to keep operations and systems running at four distribution centers, using local and national temporary labor.

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3+ Years at Aerospace, Defense, and Security Company

Strom deployed over 300 employees over a 3-year period to build military vehicles when the company couldn’t find skilled workers in their area. Strom Engineering had a presence at three different locations.

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Automotive Parts Manufacturer Tasks Completed 65.7% Faster with 0% Defect Rate

Strom increased overall time savings at our client’s facility by 65.7%. Tasks taking our client’s employees 35 minutes to complete were accomplished in 12 minutes by Strom workers. Furthermore, Strom performed with a 0% defective rate. Our client found it necessary to purchase additional air compressors due to the exceptional work ethic of Strom’s employees.

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Zero Disruptions in Workflow for Truck and Body Manufacturer

Strom launched a successful deployment of 85 highly skilled welders, who worked on aluminum, stainless steel, and both hot and cold rolled steel for a project that lasted 15 weeks. Operations continued throughout the project with little or no disruption. With Strom employees, profitability increased and downtime decreased.

Choose Strom for Stronger Recruitment and Staffing Services.

What Our Clients Are Saying

Choosing to work with Strom was the hardest decision that I have ever made in business. It has also proved to be my best decision.

Mark W.

Global Defense, Security, & Aerospace Company

Strom not only provided the promised services, they over-delivered. Pricing was competitive with other firms considered in the top tier. Strom made me look good.

Wayne B.

Heavy Equipment Manufacturer

By the end of the quarter, our Strom temporary workforce was operating nearly every unit at Middletown Works at or above the levels prior to the onset of the labor dispute. In fact, the plant’s hot-dip galvanizing line set a production record on June 23rd that is unmatched in the 49-year history of that line.

James

Steel

The efforts that your staff at Strom Engineering put for the automotive plant made a difference in our ability to deal with our labor force. Not only did you help train our staff in how to deal with a labor disruption, but also bolstered our confidence that we could deal with it.

Marc

Automotive Manufacturing

On behalf of my company, we want to thank you for the excellent job that Strom Engineering provided during our labor disruption. Strom’s expertise and advice were essential in establishing a detailed contingency plan to protect our customers. Unfortunately, we were forced to enact the contingency plan, but we were able to execute the plan with confidence and precision. The onsite Strom Team demonstrated both urgency and dedication to supporting our operations. This professional problem-solving methodology was quite conducive to our management style and made for a strong partnership. I believe it was this partnership that led to the success through some trying times.

R. W.

Steel Company

Strom Engineering Corporation was instrumental in providing the needed production, maintenance, and support manpower and expertise to bring production to normal levels during the entire work stoppage period. I found Strom responsive to the needs of the facility and reacted to our situation in a very quick and efficient manner. All problems encountered in staffing the facility were addressed immediately and resolved without issue. Strom Engineering delivered services as promised on time, with no surprises, in a courteous and professional manner.

Mark S

Chemical Company

The staff at Strom provided great support during our contract negotiations. Strom staff visited our operation multiple times to understand the process and needs in the event of a work stoppage. At the same time, Strom staff educated our management team on the NLRA issues related to the negotiating process. I felt that we were ready to continue operation of the facility in the event of a labor strike. The preparation gave the negotiating team the confidence to successfully work through several difficult issues during the contract negotiations. Strom’s partnership played a significant role in that confidence.

Bob R.

Mining Company