Lectra renews Manufacturing Guild Mark sponsorship

We are pleased to announce that Lectra has re-signed as sponsor of the prestigious Manufacturing Guild Mark.

Awarded by The Furniture Makers’ Company, the Manufacturing Guild Mark has been the mark of excellence, distinguishing Britain’s top furnishing manufacturers, since 1993.  The mark is made to the company that demonstrates high standards across all aspects of the business, including manufacturing, design, product quality, marketing, finance, commitment to training, employment conditions and sustainability.

The audits are carried out by FIRA International on behalf of The Furniture Makers’ Company and companies are re-audited every three years to ensure they retain their high standards.

The Manufacturing Guild Mark is only open to companies that manufacture most of their products in the UK. Currently 17 British manufacturers hold the coveted Manufacturing Guild Mark, including Bisley, Ercol, Herman Miller and Hypnos Beds.

Jonny Westbrooke, CEO of The Furniture Makers’ Company, and Paul von der Heyde, Manufacturing Guild Mark chairman, were recently invited to Lectra’s headquarters in Bordeaux, France to see the unveiling of the company’s brand-new, future-oriented solutions for made to order and mass-production furniture.

Lectra experts and guest speakers shared insights on the impact of market changes on business models, as well as the importance of digitalization for managing growing manufacturing complexity.

Paul von der Heyde, Manufacturing Guild Mark chairman, said: “We are absolutely delighted that Lectra is continuing to support the Manufacturing Guild Mark. The mark is the highest accolade UK furnishing manufacturers can achieve. The Manufacturing Guild Mark gives the buyer added confidence that they are getting a high quality product from a business recognised for its manufacturing prowess.”

Richard Jessup, sales director at Lectra, said: “The Manufacturing Guild Mark sets manufacturers apart. It represents a mark of quality which gives customers the confidence that their products are made in the UK to the highest possible standards. Lectra are delighted to sponsor the Manufacturing Guild Mark as part of our long-term commitment to the industry. At Lectra we never settle for second best, we are passionate about innovation and excellence, and as such we are extremely proud to be able to support the industry to become as future-proof as possible.”