As a Midwest-based firm with national operations, our roots are invariably intertwined with manufacturing, long a staple of middle America business. Manufacturing has unique challenges, from aging infrastructure and labor shortages to heavily regulated operations and union organization. Manufacturing also represents unique opportunities as American businesses, as well as those from abroad, are encouraged and incentivized to make their products on American soil.
Falls & Co. has helped businesses with manufacturing operations communicate as they invest in new technology; shutter out of date facilities and relocate operations; refinance capitalization through restructuring and Chapter 11 filings or private equity investment; motivate and align employees under new management or operating systems such as SAP and manage environmental issues and USEPA regulatory actions. The common denominator to successful manufacturing industry transitions is strategic communications underpinning everything an organization seeks to accomplish operationally.
Proven Solutions from Seasoned Professionals
These real-world examples showcase how our professionals have successfully tackled specific industry challenges.
— Global manufacturer set to close multi-billion overseas acquisition: After a year of regulatory scrutiny in the U.S. and Europe, a global manufacturer is preparing to announce its largest-ever acquisition. Falls & Co. supported senior leadership with strategic communications, messaging, stakeholder announcements, brand positioning and industry event support. If your company made a major acquisition or divestiture, do you have the right partners to shape a strong narrative for investors, customers and team members?
— Global manufacturer faces cyberattack exposing thousands of files: Hackers compromised personal data for tens of thousands of employees across the U.S., EMEA, and APAC. Falls & Co. worked with executives, legal counsel and forensics experts, providing C-suite counsel, strategic communications, social media monitoring and town-hall scripting. If your company faced a cyber event, could you respond effectively to meet global reporting requirements?
— Fortune 200 manufacturer strengthens crisis preparedness: After a major acquisition, leadership sought crisis support for its 100+ global facilities. Falls & Co. leveraged its PROI Worldwide membership to create a Crisis Preparedness & Response network, ensuring local support worldwide. Do your major plants have the resources to handle a crisis?
— Cyberattack disrupts global chemical producer: A cyber event infected company servers, disrupting chemical formulations and slowing production in the U.S. and Europe. Falls & Co. worked with forensics and legal teams, provided executive coaching and managed stakeholder communications to protect reputation and customer relationships. Is your company prepared for a cyber threat impacting operations?
— Regulatory threat targets global auto safety manufacturer: Government action and negative media coverage jeopardized the largest vehicle restraint system maker. A Falls & Co. crisis leader led a national public affairs, government relations and media strategy that reshaped the narrative and regulatory environment, preserving the business. Could your company defend against severe regulatory threats?
— Defense contractor battles hostile takeover: A defense contractor, over-leveraged, faced a hostile bid from a major competitor. A Falls & Co. M&A expert worked with executives on strategic messaging, stakeholder communications, media management and shareholder engagement. Does your company have a playbook for hostile takeover attempts?