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Addressing Skill Gaps with External Expertise

Posted by Lorna Hicks on Nov 22, 2018 10:00:00 AM
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With technology advancing rapidly, individual job roles becoming more and more specialised and the availability of experienced engineering expertise shrinking in market, skill gaps in the workforce are an issue that many businesses are faced with. While there are many remedies for this modern problem, from investing in internal training for existing employees to increasing the size of the workforce, often the most effective solution is to utilise external expertise.

Businesses today must be agile and flexible if they want to remain competitive. This often means that as an employer you may have noticed there are certain skill sets in your staff which could be improved but for which you lack the resources to employ new full-time personnel. By reaching out to a third-party you can save on the cost of extra staff while being confident that you are getting advice and expertise that works for your needs. In doing so you are ensuring that your business remains ahead of the curve while receiving the most up-to-date industry expertise, allowing you to plan for the future while addressing the immediate challenges of the present. 

One of the key benefits of utilising this approach is that an outside expert will bring a new perspective to your business’ operations, leading to greater productivity and efficiency. Swagelok Bristol offers a wide range of engineering services and evaluation programmes that are designed to identify the unique qualities and needs of your fluid or gas transfer systems. Our highly qualified Field Engineers will offer solutions that can cut down on your running costs or increase the overall efficiency of your systems and applications. By relying on Swagelok Bristol for our industry-leading technical expertise we can provide your business with a fresh perspective that combines our knowledge with your business’ capabilities.

As a business grows and develops over time it is natural to expect its workforce to do so too. While technological change and financial growth are positive for any business, it can be difficult to combine the speed of this push forward with the skills of your workforce. Rather than restructuring your entire staff, obtaining the services of an external consultant allows you to address the shortfall of the increasing pace of your growth with any skill gaps in your workforce that you have identified. Swagelok Bristol brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in a range of industries including Chemical/Refining, Power, Defence, Semi-Conductor and Oil and Gas, to fill these gaps with the very best in technical expertise. With the rapid change in technology occurring, Swagelok Bristol combines experience with modern expertise and innovation to ensure that your business can maintain that pace and continue to grow.

At Swagelok Bristol we understand that every fluid or gas transfer system is unique. That’s why we offer bespoke solutions that are designed to suit your specific needs. We specialise in providing a service that combines our industry-leading skills with years of experience so that you can be confident that your system is running as efficiently and effectively as possible. Call us on +44 (0)1454 284455 or email us at info@swagelokbristol.co.uk to find out how we can support your business with our expertise.

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