Maya Mistry
6 months ago
S2F started life as a marketing agency with a mission to support the manufacturing industry. It is still very much a position it promotes, having realised back then, as indeed it is still the case today; an industry that is under-resourced in the strategic implementation of marketing.
Manufacturing is a cornerstone of the UK economy, contributing significantly to the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The sector’s high productivity levels and substantial income generation are vital for economic stability, diversifying the economic base beyond services and finance. Manufacturing offers numerous benefits, including job creation, export opportunities, trade balance improvements, and robust supply chain infrastructure.
Two key trends will cement the UK’s manufacturing position for years to come: innovation and sustainability. UK manufacturing is at the forefront of technological advancements, accounting for a significant portion of total R&D expenditure. This innovation drives technological progress and stimulates growth in other sectors through technological spillovers.
Sustainability is another critical trend. The UK manufacturing sector is advancing environmental standards through green manufacturing techniques and eco-friendly product development. These efforts help reduce environmental footprints and position the sector as a leader in sustainability.
The PP Plus network, founded by PP Control & Automation, is a crucial initiative to support green technology innovators. As a founding partner, S2F provides essential marketing support to this network, which includes over 20 leading organizations.
PP Plus is an accessible support network designed to foster a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future by aiding technological innovations in the UK. It bridges the substantial commercial gap known as the “valley of death” for many startups, offering access to a wide range of capabilities, services, and methods. This network helps companies move from seed investment to market debut with groundbreaking green technologies.
The PP Plus network comprises top-tier organizations like Brandauer, the Centre for Advanced Low Carbon Propulsion Systems, Cleveland Scott York, Product Approvals, Protolabs, Silverstone Technology Cluster, and WMG. This collective effort bridges the gap from concept development and prototyping to IP protection, contract manufacturing, and driving sales through PR and marketing.
Visit the S2F-developed PP Plus website at https://pp-plus.org/ to see how this network supports the next generation of manufacturers. PP Plus is dedicated to unlocking and commercializing ideas that contribute to a more sustainable future, making UK manufacturing stronger and more successful.
The UK boasts a wealth of innovative companies with concepts and ideas poised for commercial success and scalability. However, many lack the capacity or expertise to bring these ideas to fruition. Traditional support networks are often convoluted, making it challenging for companies to find the right path. From firsthand experience working with companies on innovative technologies, S2F and PP Plus offer a streamlined, effective approach to support manufacturing growth.
By focusing on manufacturing growth, innovation, and sustainability, S2F and the PP Plus network provide invaluable support to UK manufacturers. Together, they are paving the way for a more prosperous and environmentally conscious future.
Tony Hague, CEO, PP Control & Automation
See our full portfolio for a more in-depth understanding of our capabilities. Simply put, we are the best at what we do, and we aren’t shy to shout about it. Take a detailed look through our work and make your own mind up. We’re confident you’ll want to engage the services of S2F.
We literally deal with all your marketing from start to finish. From strategy to design, online tactics to implementation.
We know in today’s busy business world, finding time to focus on marketing is tough, so simply outsource it to us. We give you a dedicated account manager, who uses our internal team of skilled marketers to give you a full service, and provide peace of mind that you are in safe hands.
One-off project or long-term retainers: no problem. We are here simply to help you, the client.
We asked our staff and clients “why S2F?”. The results came back with a familiar response time and time again: “They take the time to understand us as their clients”.
We know marketing is considered to be the ‘fluffy stuff’, which of course we get, however, for us it’s about getting to understand the ins and outs. What are your challenges? And just as importantly, what are your customers’ pains?
Understand this and the marketing strategy builds itself. We work collaboratively with you to ensure the best results. No jargon; just plain and simple communication.
S2F really understand our business. I would gladly recommend them to anyone.
Adam Land Operations Director, TechnoGroup
With 720% increase in online lead generation, S2F have contributed massively to our fantastic growth over the last 10 years.
Matthew Rose Sales Director, MWA Technology
S2F understand design and appreciate the overall strategy of sales and marketing. A group of OEMs such as us need a return on our investment. We need to make sure that all marketing is in line with our business objectives and reinforces the sales and marketing goals and deliverables.
Peter Davies Chairman, MAN Group
We wanted a partner who would manage our marketing from start to finish. Warren, Steve and the team at S2F certainly achieved that. They manage everything from design for print, branding and identity, design for web and strategic marketing to PR. Working together with Start 2 Finish helped take the marketing at Alloy Wire International to another level.
Mark Venables Managing Director, Alloy Wire
S2F’s support and marketing expertise has helped Mathieson establish its position as one of the leading providers of actuarial services for Pensions and Divorce. I would recommend S2F to anyone in need of a full marketing service.
George Mathieson Mathieson Consulting
We have found S2F to be a refreshing change from more traditional marketing companies, who understand design, but do not appreciate the overall strategy of marketing, and indeed selling. Eye catching design is not enough for OEMs such as ourselves; we need a return on our investment and we need to see how the marketing services provided are very much in line and reinforce the sales, marketing goals and deliverables.
Tony Hague Managing Director, PP C&A
Working closely with S2F has resulted in a 195% increase in sales leads.
Claire Irving New Business Sales Manager, Total Enterprise Solutions
I just wanted to say that I think you have done a great job on the website. The photography etc is great giving the right look, feel and overall impression of the company; way beyond anything PMP has had online before. It will be interesting to see what comes from the marketing initiatives I know you are planning to drive prospects to the site.
Simon Lane Chairman, PMP Essex
S2F concentrated on one sector of our business initially. That sector has an increase in volume of some 55% in five months. We would recommend S2F without hesitation.
Martin Astle Astle Paterson Solicitors
We’ve been working with S2F for years and with their help we are the UK market leaders in our industry and have now started trading internationally. I would recommend S2F to any business looking to grow.
Archie Logan Sales Director, Storm Environmental
In S2F we have finally found a marketing company that has genuinely strived to understand our growth opportunities, and their experience has both strengthened our strategy, and focused our customer offering
Richard Barton Group CEO, Strip Tinning
S2F Marketing have been instrumental in the success of Freddie’s Wish. Creative, supportive, and always a pleasure to deal with. S2F really understand the charity sector.”
Charlotte Founder, Freddie’s Wish
Since 2005, we have scoured the West Midlands and surrounding areas for people who understand and live by our ethos ‘look after the customer and success will look after itself’. We are all experienced, creative, and conscientious marketers with focused areas of expertise. Combined we are a force to be reckoned with; an ideal marketing team for any business looking to stand out from the crowd.
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